As - Marcus Aurelius COS II S C; Spes
145 year| Bronze | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#261790 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Spes, advancing left, holding flower and raising skirt.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COS II S C
Translation:
Consul Secundum. Senatus Consultum.
Consul for the second time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Spes (meaning "hope" in Latin) on its reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Marcus Aurelius. This suggests that the coin was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was emphasizing the importance of hope and optimism, perhaps as a way to boost morale during a period of conflict or economic uncertainty.