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Obverse: Laureate portrait head of Emperor Antoninus Pius facing right
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Ancient Roman Empire Emperor Antoninus Pius Silver Denarius — Annona Goddess of Grain (Rome Mint, 140–143 CE)
SKU: ANC-ROM-AP-143• Ref: RIC III #62, RSC #34• Mint: Rome Mint
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Price includes GST & insured transit insuranceHistorical Background
During the reign of Antoninus Pius (138–161 CE), Roman trade with ancient Tamil kingdoms reached its apex, exchanging shiploads of Roman silver and gold for Malabar black pepper, silk, and beryls.
Curator's Provenance Note:
“The silver denarius was the standard currency of the Mediterranean world and circulated widely along Indo-Roman maritime spice trade routes into Southern India (Arikamedu and Muziris).”
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Museum Numismatic Specifications
Verified StandardsHistorical PeriodRoman Imperial (Pax Romana)
Dynasty / EmpireAntonine Dynasty
Monarch / RulerEmperor Antoninus Pius
Issuing Country / StateRoman Empire
Region / SubahRome
DenominationDenarius
Gregorian Year140–143 CE
Mint of MintageRome Mint
Composition / MetalSilver
Fineness / Purity0.850 Fine Silver
Official Weight3.32 g
Diameter18.1 mm
Thickness1.8 mm
Die Axis / Alignment6 o'clock
Edge CharacteristicPlain
Catalog Reference (KM# / Pridmore)RIC III #62, RSC #34
Authentication AuthorityIn-House Gallery Certified
Obverse Epigraphy & Iconography
Laureate head right, legend 'ANTONINVS AVG PIVS P P TR P COS III'.
Reverse Epigraphy & Iconography
Annona standing right holding wheat ears and cornucopia, modius at feet.
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