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© British Museum
Æ25 - Lucius Verus ΑΡΓΕΙΩΝ
| Bronze | 9.30 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Argos (Achaea) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Lucius Verus (Lucius Aurelius Verus) (161-169) |
| Caesar | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (147-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 161-169 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 9.30 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#402595 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Apollo standing, facing, head, left, holding wreath and lyre.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΑΡΓΕΙΩΝ
Interesting fact
The coin , the Æ25 - Lucius Verus (ΑΡΓΕΙΩΝ) (161-169) from Argos (Achaea) made of Bronze weighing 9.30 g, is a rare example of a coin that was issued during the Roman Empire's period of relative peace and prosperity, known as the Pax Romana. This period, which lasted from 27 BCE to 180 CE, saw the Roman Empire reach its peak in terms of power, prosperity, and cultural achievements. The coin's design, which features the image of Lucius Verus, who was a Roman emperor during this time, and the inscription "ΑΡΓΕΙΩΝ" (meaning "of Argos"), reflects the influence of Greek culture on the Roman Empire during this period.