Sestertius - Antoninus Pius TRIB POT COS DES II PIETAS S C; Pietas
138 year| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 138 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#260738 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pietas, draped, standing left, by altar, raising left hand and holding box of incense.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TRIB POT COS DES II PIETAS S C
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate, Consul Designatus Secundum. Pietas. Senatus Consultum.
Holder of tribunician power, consul elect for the second time. Piety. Decree of the senate.
Comment
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 benevolent and peaceful reign, on the obverse (front side), while the reverse (back side) depicts Pietas, the goddess of duty and devotion, which reflects the emperor's commitment to his people and the empire.
