As - Marcus Aurelius TR POT II COS II HONOS S C; Honos
| Bronze | 12.3 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 147-148 |
| Value | As = 1⁄16 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 12.3 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#261818 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Honos, togate, standing, front, head right, holding sceptre, vertical, in right hand and cornucopiae, with tip turned outwards, in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR POT II COS II HONOS S C
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Secunda, Consul Secundum. Honos. Senatus Consultum.
Holder of tribunician power for the second time, consul for the second time. Honour. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The coin , the As - Marcus Aurelius (TR POT II COS II HONOS S C; Honos) (147-148) from Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) made of Bronze weighing 12.3 g, features an image of the Roman goddess Honos on the reverse side. Honos was the goddess of honor, dignity, and moral integrity, and was often depicted holding a scepter and a wreath, as seen on this coin. The inclusion of Honos on the coin highlights the importance of honor and moral values in Roman culture during the time of Marcus Aurelius' reign.
