1 Denarius - Imitating Marcus Aurelius, 161-180 (Group 1) (250-275) front 1 Denarius - Imitating Marcus Aurelius, 161-180 (Group 1) (250-275) back
1 Denarius - Imitating Marcus Aurelius, 161-180 (Group 1) (250-275) photo
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1 Denarius - Imitating Marcus Aurelius, 161-180 Group

 
Silver 2.50 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Goths from Taman (Crimean Goths)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
250-275
Value
1 Denarius
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.50 g
Diameter
17 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#189851
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Draped male standing while facing left raising his right hand and placing his left atop a cross with four pellets, all surrounded by legend.

Lettering: IIIIIVΛIIICIIZΛOΛIIIOIII

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was created by the Goths, a group of people who were known for their nomadic lifestyle and fierce warrior culture, yet they still managed to produce a coin that was similar in design and quality to those produced by the Roman Empire, which shows their ability to adapt and assimilate different cultures.