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Antoninus Pius. AD 138-161. AR Denarius (17mm, 3.49 g, 6h). Rome mint. Struck circa AD 141-143. Laureate head right / Aequitas standing left, holding scales and pertica. RIC III 61; RSC 14. Superb EF, lightly toned.
The basic attributes of Aequitas are scales and the measuring rod, called a pertica. The Roman Imperial propaganda of this reverse type conveys the message that financial issues are being handled responsibly and fairly.
The basic attributes of Aequitas are scales and the measuring rod, called a pertica. The Roman Imperial propaganda of this reverse type conveys the message that financial issues are being handled responsibly and fairly.