Aureus - Lucius Verus TR P III IMP II COS II ARMEN; Armenia
163 year| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 163 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#263173 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Armenia seated left on ground, resting left hand on bow and quiver; behind her, trophy.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR P III IMP II COS II ARMEN
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Tertia, Imperator Secundum, Consul Secundum, Armeniacus.
Holder of tribunician power for the third time, supreme commander (Imperator) for the second time, consul for the second time, conqueror of the Armenians.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus coin featuring Lucius Verus, who ruled the Roman Empire from 161 to 169 AD, is considered one of the most well-preserved and high-quality gold coins from the Roman Empire. Its minting process was overseen by the Roman Emperor himself, ensuring its exceptional quality and accuracy. Additionally, the coin's design features an image of Lucius Verus wearing a radiate crown, which symbolizes his divine status as a Roman Emperor.