© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
Sestertius - Antoninus Pius TR POT XXI COS IIII LIB VIII S C; Liberalitas
| Bronze | 24 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 157-158 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 24 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#261330 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Liberalitas, standing left, holding account-board and cornucopiae.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR POT XXI COS IIII LIB VIII S C
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Prima Vicesima, Consul Quartum. Liberalitas Octava. Senatus Consultum.
Holder of tribunician power for the 21st time, consul for the fourth time. The eighth liberality. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 22.599–25.49 g;Example of this type:
Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Liberalitas, who represents liberality, generosity, and abundance. The depiction of Liberalitas on the coin highlights the values that Antoninus Pius's reign was known for, including his generosity and fairness. This coin serves as a tangible representation of the ideals that the Roman Empire aimed to uphold during that time period.
