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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Aureus - Marcus Aurelius IMP VI COS III; Victory
| Gold | 7.3 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 171-172 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.3 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#262929 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Marcus Aurelius, in military dress, standing front, head left, holding thunderbolt in right hand and inverted vertical spear in left hand, being crowned by Victory, winged, draped, who is advancing left, holding wreath in extended right hand and palm in left hand, sloped up by left shoulder; in field, a globe.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IMP VI COS III
Translation:
Imperator Sextum, Consul Tertium.
Supreme commander (Imperator) for the sixth time, consul for the third time.
Comment
Mass varies: 7.31–7.35 g;Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus coin featuring Marcus Aurelius (IMP VI COS III; Victory) was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in the Roman Empire. The coin's design, which features a depiction of Victory on the reverse side, was meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's military prowess and dominance. However, the coin's production was also a reflection of the economic challenges facing the empire at the time, as the value of the Aureus was constantly being adjusted to account for inflation and debasement of the currency. Despite these challenges, the Aureus remained a highly valued and widely used coin throughout the Roman Empire, and its design has been celebrated for its beauty and historical significance.
