Aureus - Lucius Verus TR P IIII IMP II COS II ARMEN; Armenia
| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 163-164 |
| 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#263181 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Armenia seated left on ground, resting left hand on bow and quiver; behind her, trophy.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR P IIII IMP II COS II ARMEN
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Quarta, Imperator Secundum, Consul Secundum, Armeniacus.
Holder of tribunician power for the fourth 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
One interesting fact about the Aureus coin featuring Lucius Verus is that it was minted during a time of relative peace and prosperity in the Roman Empire, known as the Pax Romana, or Roman Peace. This period lasted from 27 BC to 180 AD and saw the empire reach its greatest extent, with Lucius Verus playing a key role in its administration. Despite being made of gold, the coin was widely used in trade and commerce, reflecting the strong economy of the empire at the time.
