© Trustees of the British Museum
© Trustees of the British Museum
As - Marcus Aurelius FELICITATI CAES S C; Neptune
| Bronze | 14.5 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 176-177 |
| Value | As = 1⁄16 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 14.5 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#263909 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Galley with rowers, facing left; on prow, Neptune.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FELICITATI CAES S C
Translation:
Felicitati Caesari. Senatus Consultum.
To the good fortune of the Caesar. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Example of this type:Trustees of the British Museum
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The reverse side of the coin features Neptune, the Roman god of the sea, holding a trident and a dolphin. This image symbolizes the powerful navy of the Roman Empire and the importance of the sea for trade and commerce.
