As - Marcus Aurelius TR POT XV COS II VIRTVS S C; Virtus
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 159-160 |
| 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#262003 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Virtus, standing left, foot on helmet, holding parazonium and spear.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR POT XV COS II VIRTVS S C
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Quinta Decima, Consul Secundum. Virtus. Senatus Consultum.
Holder of tribunician power for the 15th time, consul for the second time. Courage. 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 Marcus Aurelius, who was known for his philosophical writings and his reign during a time of relative peace and prosperity in the Roman Empire.
