Divus Antoninus Pius, Consecration Issue AR Denarius, struck under Marcus Aurelius and Lucius Verus Roman Empire 161 AD Silver Coin Museum Reproduction CSRD0163

Titus Aurelius Fulvius Boionius Arrius Antoninus was born around 86 A.D. to a distinguished family. After a typical senatorial career, he made a name for himself as proconsul of Asia. He was adopted as Emperor Hadrian’s heir in February 138 A.D. and succeeded soon after. His reign was long and peaceful, a Golden Age of tranquility and prosperity. He died in 161 A.D., leaving Marcus Aurelius as his successor.

DESIGN:
Obverse side
Bare head right
Legend:
DIVVS ANTONINVS

Reverse side
Funeral pyre, decorated with garlands, surmounted by facing quadriga
Legend:
CONSECRATIO

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