Antoninus Pius; AE Sestertius; Fides with standards
250,00 €
Description
Antoninus Pius (138 – 161 AD). AE Sestertius, Rome mint 156-157 AD. ANTONINVS AVG PIVS PP TR P XIX; laureate, draped bust right / TR POT XIX COS IIII, SC; Fides standing left, holding two standards.
Specifications
| Diameter [mm]: | AE32 |
| Weight [g]: | 26,10 |
| Grade: | VF/aVF |
| Attribution: | RIC 943a |
| Commentary: | rarer sestertius of Antoninuns Pius; great surfaces with dark brown patina and bronze highlights; including collector's original card with detailed description and photos |
Historical Context
Antoninus Pius introduced the important principle that accused persons are not to be treated as guilty before trial.






