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DenominationSestertius
Country / EmpireRoman Empire
Obverse DesignBust of Emperor Antoninus Pius (likely laureate, draped, and/or cuirassed)
Reverse DesignSpecific design not provided; typically depicts a deity, personification (e.g., Felicitas, Pax, Providentia), or an imperial act/scene. Refer to RIC III 601 for the exact reverse type.
Historical Context
Antoninus Pius was Roman Emperor from 138 to 161 AD. His reign was known for its peace and stability. Sestertii were large bronze/orichalcum coins used for significant transactions and propaganda. RIC III 601 is a catalog reference from 'Roman Imperial Coinage, Volume III', identifying this specific coin type within his extensive coinage.
