Aureus - Marcus Aurelius CONG AVG IIII TR P XXI IMP IIII COS III; Liberalitas
| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 166-167 |
| 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#262829 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Liberalitas, standing left, holding abacus in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONG AVG IIII TR P XXI IMP IIII COS III
Translation:
Congiarium Augustorum Quartum, Tribunicia Potestate Prima Vicesima, Imperator, Quartum, Consul Tertium.
The fourth congiarium (distribution of money to the civilians) of the emperor (Augustus), holder of tribunician power for the 21st time, supreme commander (Imperator) for the fourth time, consul for the third time.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus coin , which features Marcus Aurelius, is considered one of the most beautiful coins of the Roman Empire. Its design includes an image of the emperor wearing a radiate crown, which symbolizes the sun god Apollo, and the reverse side features the goddess Liberalitas, who represents liberality or generosity. This coin was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was at the height of its power and influence, and it reflects the cultural and artistic achievements of the period.
