Antoninus Pius sestertius, AD 138-161
Item — Box: 1, Item: 25
Scope and Contents
He was adopted by Hadrian as his heir. The history of his reign is one of tranquility and prosperity and the Roman world enjoyed his patient, judicious and impartial rule.
Dates
- Creation: AD 138-161
Creator
- From the Collection: Handshu, Joel, 1946-1998 (Collector, Person)
Access Restrictions
This collection is open for research.
Extent
From the Collection: 0.8 linear feet (2 boxes, 175 coins)
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Physical Description
Obverse: Antoninus Pius; Reverse: Antoninus sacrificing over tripod-altar
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections Repository
Contact:
Special Collections
College of Charleston Libraries
66 George Street
Charleston South Carolina 29424
(843) 953-8016
(843) 953-6319 (Fax)
Special Collections
College of Charleston Libraries
66 George Street
Charleston South Carolina 29424
(843) 953-8016
(843) 953-6319 (Fax)