© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Antoninus Pius TR POT XV COS IIII S C
| Bronze | 29.2 g | 35 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 151-152 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 29.2 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#261217 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Antoninus, in military dress, on horse prancing left, raising right hand and holding transverse sceptre in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR POT XV COS IIII S C
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Quinta Decima, Consul Quartum. Senatus Consultum.
Holder of tribunician power for the 15th time, consul for the fourth time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 26.28–32.15 g;Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Antoninus Pius, who was known for his extensive building projects and military campaigns during his reign as Roman Emperor.
