As - Marcus Aurelius IVVENTVS COS II S C
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#261798 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Oak-wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IVVENTVS COS II S C
Translation:
Iuventus. Consul Secundum. Senatus Consultum.
Youth. Consul for the second time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The coin , the As - Marcus Aurelius (IVVENTVS COS II S C) (145) from Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) made of Bronze, features an image of Marcus Aurelius on one side and a depiction of the goddess Victory on the other. This coin was minted during Marcus Aurelius' reign as Roman Emperor, which lasted from 161 to 180 AD. It's interesting to note that Marcus Aurelius was known for his philosophical writings, particularly his work "Meditations," which is still studied and admired today for its insights into Stoic philosophy and leadership. The coin's image of Victory on the reverse side may reflect Marcus Aurelius' belief in the importance of victory and the role it played in Roman culture and politics.
