Cappadocia, Caesarea, Antoninus Pius, AE, 138-161 AD – Mount Argaeus

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Description

Roman Provincial, Cappadocia, Caesarea, Antoninus Pius, AE (bronze, 7.13g, 20.7mm), 138-161 AD
Obv: Ī‘Ī„Ī¤ ĪšĪ‘Ī™Ļ¹Ī‘Ī” Ī‘ĪĪ¤Ī©ĪĪ™ĪĪŸĻ¹; laureate head of Antoninus Pius right
Rev:Ā  Mount Argaeus;Ā  Ī•Ī¤ Ī– in exergue
Ref:Ā  BMC 155-160 Rarity/Choice: Common, VF
Note: Antoninus Pius was Roman Emperor from AD 138 to 161. Known for his peaceful and prosperous reign, Antoninus Pius focused on legal reform, infrastructure, and the consolidation of the empire’s borders rather than military expansion. His administration is often considered a high point of the Pax Romana, a period of relative peace and stability across the Roman Empire. The bronze coin of Antoninus Pius from Caesarea in Cappadocia is a noteworthy artifact that reflects the peaceful and prosperous nature of his reign. The obverse, featuring the laureate head of the emperor, underscores his authority and honor. The reverse, showing Mount Argaeus with trees, highlights the importance of local landmarks and regional identity. This coin not only facilitated economic transactions but also reinforced the connection between the local population and the broader Roman Empire under the stable and just rule of Antoninus Pius.