Silver Denarius of Emperor Antoninus Pius Issued Posthumously Marcus Aurelius and Lucius Verus - C.8005 Origin: MediterraneanCirca: 161 AD to 162 ADCollection:  More »

Silver Denarius of Emperor Antoninus Pius Issued Posthumously Marcus Aurelius and Lucius Verus - C.8005 Origin: MediterraneanCirca: 161 AD to 162 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.8006Origin: MediterraneanCirca: 138 AD to 161 ACollection: NumismaticsStyle: RomanMedium: Silver. Antoninus Pius is regarded as  More »

Silver Denarius of Emperor Antoninus Pius - C.8006Origin: MediterraneanCirca: 138 AD to 161 ACollection: 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: Julia Domna Rev: Pietas, Roman personification of "Piety," sprinkling incense over altar Diameter: 17 mm diameter (about the size of a US Dime but  More »

Obv: Julia Domna Rev: Pietas, Roman personification of "Piety," sprinkling incense over altar Diameter: 17 mm diameter (about the size of a US Dime but thicker) Condition: Very Fine plus/Fine   « Less

Silver Denarius of Emperor Antoninus Pius - C.8007Origin: MediterraneanCirca: 138 AD to 161 ADCollection: NumismaticsStyle: RomanMedium: Silver. Antoninus Pius is regarded as  More »

Silver Denarius of Emperor Antoninus Pius - C.8007Origin: MediterraneanCirca: 138 AD to 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.8008Origin: MediterraneanCirca: 138 AD to 161 ADCollection: NumismaticsStyle: RomanMedium: Silver. Antoninus Pius is regarded as  More »

Silver Denarius of Emperor Antoninus Pius - C.8008Origin: MediterraneanCirca: 138 AD to 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

Obv: Caracalla, mature Rev: Sol, Roman Sun God Diameter: 17 mm diameter (the size of a US Dime) Condition: Very Fine plus - SHARP !!

Obv: Caracalla, mature Rev: Sol, Roman Sun God Diameter: 17 mm diameter (the size of a US Dime) Condition: Very Fine plus - SHARP !!   « Less

Silver Denarius of Emperor Antoninus Pius - C.8009Origin: MediterraneanCirca: 138 AD to 161 ADCollection: NumismaticsStyle: RomanMedium: Silver. Antoninus Pius is regarded as  More »

Silver Denarius of Emperor Antoninus Pius - C.8009Origin: MediterraneanCirca: 138 AD to 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

Obv: Caracalla, mature Rev: LIBERALITAS, Roman GODDESS of "Liberalism" !! Diameter: 17 mm diameter (the size of a US Dime) Condition: Extra Fine SHARP !!

Obv: Caracalla, mature Rev: LIBERALITAS, Roman GODDESS of "Liberalism" !! Diameter: 17 mm diameter (the size of a US Dime) Condition: Extra Fine SHARP !!   « Less

Silver Denarius of Emperor Antoninus Pius - C.8010Origin: MediterraneanCirca: 138 AD to 161 ADCollection: NumismaticsStyle: RomanMedium: Silver. Antoninus Pius is regarded as  More »

Silver Denarius of Emperor Antoninus Pius - C.8010Origin: MediterraneanCirca: 138 AD to 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

Obv: Caracalla, mature Rev: Serapis Diameter: 17 mm diameter (the size of a US Dime) Condition: Very Fine

Obv: Caracalla, mature Rev: Serapis Diameter: 17 mm diameter (the size of a US Dime) Condition: Very Fine   « Less