Silver Denarius of Emperor Antoninus Pius Issued Posthumously by Marcus Aurelius and Lucius Verus - C.5265 Origin: Minted in RomeCirca: 161 ADCollection: NumismaticsStyle:  More »

Silver Denarius of Emperor Antoninus Pius Issued Posthumously by Marcus Aurelius and Lucius Verus - C.5265 Origin: Minted in RomeCirca: 161 ADCollection: NumismaticsStyle: RomanMedium: Silver.Antoninus Pius is regarded as one of the "Five Good Emperors" in Roman history. He was born in 86 AD. Around 133-136, he served in Asia as proconsul, and there he earned the respect of Emperor Hadrian. After Hadrian's return from the Jewish war, Antoninus was made a member of his council not only on grounds of friendships and family connection, but also because of his experience as a jurist and administrator. After the sudden death of Lucius Aelius Caesar, Antoninus was officially adopted by Hadrian on February 25, 138 as successor to the throne. After administering the imperial offices, Hadrian died and Antoninus became emperor. Antoninus married Faustina and they had four children: two sons and two daughters. However, only one daughter was alive at the time of his adoption by Hadrian. Later, he adopted Marcus Aurelius, who was to be the successor to his throne. In 139, he gave to Marcus the name of Caesar and made him consul designate. In 146, Aurelius was recognized as Antoninus's colleague in rule, and the hopes of Rome and the fortunes of the dynasty rested upon him. Antoninus managed to govern the empire capably and yet with such a gentle hand that he earned the respect, acclaim, and love of his subjects.   « Less

Silver Denarius of Emperor Antoninus Pius - C.5280Origin: MediterraneanCirca: 155 ADCollection: NumismaticsStyle: RomanMedium: Silver.Antoninus Pius is regarded as one of the  More »

Silver Denarius of Emperor Antoninus Pius - C.5280Origin: MediterraneanCirca: 155 ADCollection: NumismaticsStyle: RomanMedium: Silver.Antoninus Pius is regarded as one of the "Five Good Emperors" in Roman history. He was born in 86 AD. Around 133-136, he served in Asia as proconsul, and there he earned the respect of Emperor Hadrian. After Hadrian's return from the Jewish war, Antoninus was made a member of his council not only on grounds of friendships and family connection, but also because of his experience as a jurist and administrator. After the sudden death of Lucius Aelius Caesar, Antoninus was officially adopted by Hadrian on February 25, 138 as successor to the throne. After administering the imperial offices, Hadrian died and Antoninus became emperor. Antoninus married Faustina and they had four children: two sons and two daughters. However, only one daughter was alive at the time of his adoption by Hadrian. Later, he adopted Marcus Aurelius, who was to be the successor to his throne. In 139, he gave to Marcus the name of Caesar and made him consul designate. In 146, Aurelius was recognized as Antoninus's colleague in rule, and the hopes of Rome and the fortunes of the dynasty rested upon him. Antoninus managed to govern the empire capably and yet with such a gentle hand that he earned the respect, acclaim, and love of his subjects.   « Less

Obv: Trajan Rev: Arabia with Camel Weight: 3.2 grams Diameter: 17 mm diameter (about the size of a US Dime, but, thicker) Condition: Very Fine, Excellent Toning

Obv: Trajan Rev: Arabia with Camel Weight: 3.2 grams Diameter: 17 mm diameter (about the size of a US Dime, but, thicker) Condition: Very Fine, Excellent Toning   « Less

Silver Denarius of Emperor Antoninus Pius - C.5319Origin: Minted in RomeCirca: 140 AD to 144 ADCollection: NumismaticsStyle: RomanMedium: Silver.Antoninus Pius is regarded as  More »

Silver Denarius of Emperor Antoninus Pius - C.5319Origin: Minted in RomeCirca: 140 AD to 144 ADCollection: NumismaticsStyle: RomanMedium: Silver.Antoninus Pius is regarded as one of the "Five Good Emperors" in Roman history. He was born in 86 AD. Around 133-136, he served in Asia as proconsul, and there he earned the respect of Emperor Hadrian. After Hadrian's return from the Jewish war, Antoninus was made a member of his council not only on grounds of friendships and family connection, but also because of his experience as a jurist and administrator. After the sudden death of Lucius Aelius Caesar, Antoninus was officially adopted by Hadrian on February 25, 138 as successor to the throne. After administering the imperial offices, Hadrian died and Antoninus became emperor. Antoninus married Faustina and they had four children: two sons and two daughters. However, only one daughter was alive at the time of his adoption by Hadrian. Later, he adopted Marcus Aurelius, who was to be the successor to his throne. In 139, he gave to Marcus the name of Caesar and made him consul designate. In 146, Aurelius was recognized as Antoninus's colleague in rule, and the hopes of Rome and the fortunes of the dynasty rested upon him. Antoninus managed to govern the empire capably and yet with such a gentle hand that he earned the respect, acclaim, and love of his subjects.   « Less

Obv: Trajan Rev: Arabia with Camel, "ARAB ADQ" in legend below Weight: 3.5 grams Diameter: 18 mm diameter (about the size of a US Penny) Condition: Very Fine/Very  More »

Obv: Trajan Rev: Arabia with Camel, "ARAB ADQ" in legend below Weight: 3.5 grams Diameter: 18 mm diameter (about the size of a US Penny) Condition: Very Fine/Very Fine +, Some Toning   « Less

Silver Denarius of Emperor Antoninus Pius - C.5384Origin: MediterraneanCirca: 138 AD to 161 ADCollection: NumismaticStyle: RomanMedium: Silver.Antoninus Pius is regarded as  More »

Silver Denarius of Emperor Antoninus Pius - C.5384Origin: MediterraneanCirca: 138 AD to 161 ADCollection: NumismaticStyle: RomanMedium: Silver.Antoninus Pius is regarded as one of the "Five Good Emperors" in Roman history. He was born in 86 AD. Around 133-136, he served in Asia as proconsul, and there he earned the respect of Emperor Hadrian. After Hadrian's return from the Jewish war, Antoninus was made a member of his council not only on grounds of friendships and family connection, but also because of his experience as a jurist and administrator. After the sudden death of Lucius Aelius Caesar, Antoninus was officially adopted by Hadrian on February 25, 138 as successor to the throne. After administering the imperial offices, Hadrian died and Antoninus became emperor. Antoninus married Faustina and they had four children: two sons and two daughters. However, only one daughter was alive at the time of his adoption by Hadrian. Later, he adopted Marcus Aurelius, who was to be the successor to his throne. In 139, he gave to Marcus the name of Caesar and made him consul designate. In 146, Aurelius was recognized as Antoninus's colleague in rule, and the hopes of Rome and the fortunes of the dynasty rested upon him. Antoninus managed to govern the empire capably and yet with such a gentle hand that he earned the respect, acclaim, and love of his subjects.   « Less

Silver Denarius of Emperor Antoninus Pius - C.5404Origin: MediterraneanCirca: 138 AD to 161 ADCollection: NumismaticStyle: RomanMedium: Silver. Antoninus Pius is regarded as  More »

Silver Denarius of Emperor Antoninus Pius - C.5404Origin: MediterraneanCirca: 138 AD to 161 ADCollection: NumismaticStyle: RomanMedium: Silver. Antoninus Pius is regarded as one of the "Five Good Emperors" in Roman history. He was born in 86 AD. Around 133-136, he served in Asia as proconsul, and there he earned the respect of Emperor Hadrian. After Hadrian's return from the Jewish war, Antoninus was made a member of his council not only on grounds of friendships and family connection, but also because of his experience as a jurist and administrator. After the sudden death of Lucius Aelius Caesar, Antoninus was officially adopted by Hadrian on February 25, 138 as successor to the throne. After administering the imperial offices, Hadrian died and Antoninus became emperor. Antoninus married Faustina and they had four children: two sons and two daughters. However, only one daughter was alive at the time of his adoption by Hadrian. Later, he adopted Marcus Aurelius, who was to be the successor to his throne. In 139, he gave to Marcus the name of Caesar and made him consul designate. In 146, Aurelius was recognized as Antoninus's colleague in rule, and the hopes of Rome and the fortunes of the dynasty rested upon him. Antoninus managed to govern the empire capably and yet with such a gentle hand that he earned the respect, acclaim, and love of his subjects.   « Less

Historical Context: See above "Historical Context." Obv: Trajan Rev: Victory (Angel), Refers to Trajan's Military Victory Diameter: 18 mm diameter (about the size of  More »

Historical Context: See above "Historical Context." Obv: Trajan Rev: Victory (Angel), Refers to Trajan's Military Victory Diameter: 18 mm diameter (about the size of a US DIME) Condition: Very Fine   « Less

Silver Denarius of Emperor Antoninus Pius Issued Posthumously by Marcus Aurelius and Lucius Verus - C.5431 Origin: MediterraneanCirca: 161 ADCollection: NumismaticStyle:  More »

Silver Denarius of Emperor Antoninus Pius Issued Posthumously by Marcus Aurelius and Lucius Verus - C.5431 Origin: MediterraneanCirca: 161 ADCollection: NumismaticStyle: RomanMedium: Silver. Antoninus Pius is regarded as one of the "Five Good Emperors" in Roman history. He was born in 86 AD. Around 133-136, he served in Asia as proconsul, and there he earned the respect of Emperor Hadrian. After Hadrian's return from the Jewish war, Antoninus was made a member of his council not only on grounds of friendships and family connection, but also because of his experience as a jurist and administrator. After the sudden death of Lucius Aelius Caesar, Antoninus was officially adopted by Hadrian on February 25, 138 as successor to the throne. After administering the imperial offices, Hadrian died and Antoninus became emperor. Antoninus married Faustina and they had four children: two sons and two daughters. However, only one daughter was alive at the time of his adoption by Hadrian. Later, he adopted Marcus Aurelius, who was to be the successor to his throne. In 139, he gave to Marcus the name of Caesar and made him consul designate. In 146, Aurelius was recognized as Antoninus's colleague in rule, and the hopes of Rome and the fortunes of the dynasty rested upon him. Antoninus managed to govern the empire capably and yet with such a gentle hand that he earned the respect, acclaim, and love of his subjects.   « Less

Silver Denarius of Emperor Antoninus Pius - C.5444Origin: MediterraneanCirca: 138 AD to 161 ADCollection: NumismaticStyle: RomanMedium: Silver. Antoninus Pius is regarded as  More »

Silver Denarius of Emperor Antoninus Pius - C.5444Origin: MediterraneanCirca: 138 AD to 161 ADCollection: NumismaticStyle: RomanMedium: Silver. Antoninus Pius is regarded as one of the "Five Good Emperors" in Roman history. He was born in 86 AD. Around 133-136, he served in Asia as proconsul, and there he earned the respect of Emperor Hadrian. After Hadrian's return from the Jewish war, Antoninus was made a member of his council not only on grounds of friendships and family connection, but also because of his experience as a jurist and administrator. After the sudden death of Lucius Aelius Caesar, Antoninus was officially adopted by Hadrian on February 25, 138 as successor to the throne. After administering the imperial offices, Hadrian died and Antoninus became emperor. Antoninus married Faustina and they had four children: two sons and two daughters. However, only one daughter was alive at the time of his adoption by Hadrian. Later, he adopted Marcus Aurelius, who was to be the successor to his throne. In 139, he gave to Marcus the name of Caesar and made him consul designate. In 146, Aurelius was recognized as Antoninus's colleague in rule, and the hopes of Rome and the fortunes of the dynasty rested upon him. Antoninus managed to govern the empire capably and yet with such a gentle hand that he earned the respect, acclaim, and love of his subjects.   « Less