© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
As - Marcus Aurelius FORT RED COS III S C; Fortuna
| Bronze | 11.7 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 169-170 |
| Value | As = 1⁄16 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 11.7 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#263679 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Fortuna, draped, seated left on low seat, holding rudder set on globe in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FORT RED COS III S C
Translation:
Fortuna Redux. Consul Tertium. Senatus Consultum.
Fortune that brings back (the emperor in safety), consul for the third time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 11.56–11.89 g;Diameter varies: 26.5–27 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The reverse side of the coin features Fortuna, the Roman goddess of luck and prosperity, standing left and holding a rudder, symbolizing the ability to steer one's fate. The inscription "FORT RED COS III S C" stands for "Fortuna Redux Consul III Senatus Consulto," which translates to "Fortuna, Consul for the third time, by the decree of the Senate." This indicates that Marcus Aurelius was appointed Consul for the third time by the Roman Senate, a significant political achievement during his reign.
