© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
As - Lucius Verus TR POT V IMP II COS II S C; Mars
| Bronze | 10.5 g | 25.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 164-165 |
| Value | As = 1⁄16 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10.5 g |
| Diameter | 25.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#264136 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars, helmeted, nuded, walking right, carrying spear in right hand and trophy in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR POT V IMP II COS II S C
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Quinta, Imperator Secundum, Consul Secundum. Senatus Consultum.
Holder of tribunician power for the fifth time, supreme commander (Imperator) for the second time, consul for the second time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Example of this type:Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Mars, the Roman god of war, on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Lucius Verus. This suggests that the coin was likely minted during a time of military conflict or expansion, as the Roman Empire was known for its military conquests and territorial expansion during this period. Additionally, the fact that the coin is made of bronze, a relatively inexpensive metal, suggests that it was intended for everyday use and circulation among the general population, rather than being a high-value coin reserved for the wealthy elite.
