© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
As - Marcus Aurelius COS II S C
145 year| Bronze | 9.8 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 145 |
| Value | As = 1⁄16 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 9.8 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#261794 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cornucopiae upright.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COS II S C
Translation:
Consul Secundum. Senatus Consultum.
Consul for the second time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Example of this type:American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Marcus Aurelius, who was a Roman emperor and philosopher, on one side, and a depiction of the Roman goddess Roma on the other. This coin was minted during his reign, which lasted from 161 to 180 AD, and was likely used for everyday transactions throughout the Roman Empire. Despite being made of bronze, which is a relatively common metal, this coin is still considered a valuable artifact for collectors and historians today.
