Aureus - Marcus Aurelius CLEM; Clementia
| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 151-152 |
| 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#260575 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Clementia, draped, standing front, head left, holding patera in extended right hand and raising fold of skirt up in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CLEM
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus - Marcus Aurelius (CLEM; Clementia) (151-152) coin was part of a series of coins issued by Marcus Aurelius to commemorate his victories over the Germanic tribes. The coin features an image of the Roman goddess Clementia on the reverse, which was a symbol of clemency and mercy, reflecting Marcus Aurelius' reputation for being a just and compassionate emperor.
