#1) Silver Denarius of Antoninus Pius, A.D. 138-161
Rome mint, A.D. 159-160
RIC 301
Obverse: ANTONINVS AVG PIVS P P TR P XXIII
Reverse: PACI AVG COS IIII - Pax, standing, facing left, holding downward-pointing laurel branch in right hand and scepter in left.
18 mm, 3.1 g.
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Antoninus Pius

Considered one of the "five good emperors," Antoninus Pius was one of the richest men in Rome. His rule was marked by temperance, compassion and fiscal responsibility, and his reign was peaceful and prosperous.

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