Antoninus Pius; AE Sestertius; emperor with radiate nimbus
Description:
Antoninus Pius (138 - 161 AD). AE Sestertius, Rome mint 145-161 AD. ANTONINVS AVG PIVS P P TR P; laureate head right / COS IIII; emperor standing facing, head left, crowned with radiate nimbus, holding olive branch and spear, S-C.
Diameter:
AE30 mm
Weight:
17,76 g
Grade:
aVF/aVF
Attribution:
RIC 765
Commentary:
light green patina with some minor breaks, excellent details
History:
During his 23 years long reign, Antoninus Pius never led any military campaign in person and most probably never left Italy.
Article Number:
058-02-05-42386