As - Lucius Verus FELIC AVG TR P III COS II S C; Victory
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 162-163 |
| Value | As = 1⁄16 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#264047 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Galley with pilot and rowers, sitting left; standing on prow, Victory.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FELIC AVG TR P III COS II S C
Translation:
Felicitas Augusti, Tribunicia Potestate Tertia, Consul Secundum. Senatus Consultum.
The good fortune of the emperor (Augustus), holder of tribunician power for the third time, consul for the second time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin As - Lucius Verus (FELIC AVG TR P III COS II S C; Victory) (162-163) from Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) made of Bronze is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Victory on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during this period. The image of Victory was meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's military prowess and its ability to conquer and dominate other nations. The coin's design also includes an inscription that translates to "Happy Augustus, TR P III COS II S C," which refers to the Roman emperor Lucius Verus, who ruled from 161 to 169 AD, and his titles and offices. This coin is a rare and valuable artifact that provides insight into the economic, political, and cultural practices of the Roman Empire during the 2nd century AD.
