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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Aureus - Marcus Aurelius LIBERAL AVG VI IMP VII COS III; Liberalitas
| Gold | 7.2 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 174-175 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.2 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#262988 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Liberalitas, draped, standing front, head left, holding abacus in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LIBERAL AVG VI IMP VII COS III
Translation:
Liberalitas Augusti Sexta, Imperator Septimum, Consul Tertium.
The sixth liberality of the emperor (Augustus), supreme commander (Imperator) for the seventh time, consul for the third time.
Comment
Mass varies: 7.18–7.31 g;Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus coin of Marcus Aurelius is that it features the emperor's portrait with a distinctive "sidelock" hairstyle, which was a symbol of his philosophical beliefs. The coin's obverse inscription, "LIBERAL AVG," translates to "Liberal Emperor," highlighting Marcus Aurelius' reputation as a just and fair ruler.
