© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
As - Marcus Aurelius SECVRITAS PVBLICA IMP VI COS III S C; Securitas
| Bronze | 9.5 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 172-173 |
| Value | As = 1⁄16 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 9.5 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#263790 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Securitas, draped, standing right, placing a wreath on her head with left hand and holding long, nearly vertical palm in right hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SECVRITAS PVBLICA IMP VI COS III S C
Translation:
Securitas Publica. Imperator, Sextum, Consul Tertium. Senatus Consultum.
Safety of the public. Supreme commander (Imperator) for the sixth time, consul for the third time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 8.14–10.76 g;Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Marcus Aurelius, who was a Roman emperor and philosopher known for his work "Meditations," which is still studied today for its insights into Stoic philosophy and leadership.
