© Karakalla
© Karakalla
Æ20 - Marcus Aurelius ϹΕΡΔΩΝ
| Bronze | 3.92 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Serdica (Thracia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 161-180 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.92 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#404228 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Draped bust of Sarapis wearing kalathos right
Script: Greek
Lettering: CΕΡΔΩΝ
Interesting fact
The coin , the Æ20 - Marcus Aurelius (ϹΕΡΔΩΝ) (161-180) from Serdica (Thracia) made of Bronze weighing 3.92 g, is a rare example of a Roman coin that features a portrait of a Roman emperor with a beard. Marcus Aurelius, who ruled Rome from 161 to 180 AD, was known for his philosophical writings and his attempts to reform the Roman Empire. The beard on the coin is a unique feature, as most Roman coins from this period depicted clean-shaven emperors. This coin is a valuable piece for collectors and historians interested in the Roman Empire and its currency.
