Aureus - Marcus Aurelius CONCORDIA TR POT III COS II; Concordia
| Gold | 7.2 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 148-149 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.2 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#260539 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Concordia, draped, standing front, head left, sheltering with her mantle small figures of Marcus Aurelius on left and Faustina the Younger on right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORDIA TR POT III COS II
Translation:
Concordia. Tribunicia Potestate Tertia, Consul Secundum.
Harmony. Holder of tribunician power for the third time, consul for the second time.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus coin featuring Marcus Aurelius and the goddess Concordia is notable for its depiction of the Roman Empire's values and ideals. The emperor is shown with a stern expression, symbolizing his strong leadership, while the goddess Concordia represents harmony and unity, which were key principles of Roman society. The coin's design was meant to promote the idea of a unified and prosperous empire under Marcus Aurelius' rule.
