As - Marcus Aurelius MARTI VICTORI IMP VI COS III S C; Mars
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 171-172 |
| 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#263747 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars, helmeted, half-draped, standing right, setting with right hand oval shield, inscribed with S C, onto a captive, seated left, and holding spear in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MARTI VICTORI IMP VI COS III S C
Translation:
Marti Victori. Imperator Sextum, Consul Tertium. Senatus Consultum.
To Mars, the victorious. Supreme commander (Imperator) for the sixth time, consul for the third 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 a depiction of Mars, the Roman god of war, on the reverse side, which is unusual for a coin issued by Marcus Aurelius, who was known for his peaceful reign and his emphasis on philosophy and literature.