Sestertius - Antoninus Pius VOTA VIGENNALIA COS IIII S C
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 158-159 |
| 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#261359 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Antoninus Pius, standing left, sacrificing with patera over tripod, left arm at side.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VOTA VIGENNALIA COS IIII S C
Translation:
Vota Vigennalia. Consul Quartum. Senatus Consultum.
Vows (prayers and sacrifices) undertaken for two decades. Consul for the fourth time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Sestertius coin features an image of Antoninus Pius, who was the Roman Emperor from 138 to 161 AD. He was known for his peaceful and prosperous reign, and his coinage often reflected this by featuring images of gods and goddesses associated with peace and prosperity. In this case, the coin features an image of the goddess Vigennalia, who was associated with fertility and abundance. The inscription "VOTA VIGENNALIA COS IIII S C" on the coin translates to "Vigennalia, consul for the fourth time," indicating that Antoninus Pius was consul for the fourth time during his reign. This coin is a rare and interesting example of Roman coinage during the Antonine period.
