As - Marcus Aurelius TR POT VIIII COS II S C; Mars
| Bronze | 12.1 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 154-155 |
| Value | As = 1⁄16 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 12.1 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#261915 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars, advancing right, holding spear in right hand and trophy in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR POT VIIII COS II S C
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Nona, Consul Secundum. Senatus Consultum.
Holder of tribunician power for the ninth time, 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 a depiction of Mars, the Roman god of war, on the reverse side, which is fitting given that Marcus Aurelius was known for his military campaigns and conquests during his reign.
