As - Marcus Aurelius TR POT COS II S C; Minerva
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#261810 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Minerva, standing left, holding Victory and leaning on shield; shield against left arm.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR POT COS II S C
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate, Consul Secundum. Senatus Consultum.
Holder of tribunician power, consul for the second 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 an image of Minerva, the Roman goddess of wisdom, on the reverse side, which was a common feature on Roman coins during the reign of Marcus Aurelius. Minerva was an important deity in Roman mythology and was often associated with wisdom, war, and crafts. Her presence on the coin may have been intended to symbolize the wisdom and leadership of Marcus Aurelius, who was known for his philosophical writings and his efforts to promote peace and prosperity throughout the empire.
