Antoninus Pius Denarius Ancient Roman Empire Silver Coin 145AD RIC 156

Obverse: ANTONINVS AVG PIVS P P, Head of Antoninus Pius, laureate, right Reverse: TR POT COS IIII LIB IIII, Liberalitas, draped, standing, left holding vexillum in right hand and cornucopiae in left Date: c. 145-161 A.D. ID: RIC III Antoninus Pius 156 Size: 17mm diameter, 3.03g weight Composition: Silver Liberalitas was the Roman goddess of generosity, usually used to represent the emperor's generosity and largesse towards the citizens of the Empire. During his reign, Antoninus Pius focused on maintaining peace and stability throughout the Roman Empire. He worked to improve the infrastructure and economy of the empire, and he was known for his efforts to support education and the arts. Antoninus Pius continued his predecessor Hadrian's policies of consolidation and expansion, and he was successful in establishing peaceful relations with neighboring kingdoms and tribes. He is particularly remembered for his successful campaigns in Britain, which helped to solidify Roman control over the island. Antoninus Pius was known for his just and humane approach to governance, and he was respected and loved by the people of Rome. He was also a patron of the arts and culture, and his reign saw the construction of a number of public buildings and monuments, including the Antonine Wall in Scotland. Antoninus Pius died in 161 AD and was succeeded by his adopted sons, Marcus Aurelius and Lucius Verus. He is remembered as one of the most successful and beloved Roman emperors, and his reign is often seen as a high point in Roman history.