© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Aureus - Marcus Aurelius P M TR P XVIII IMP II COS III; Victory
| Gold | 7.3 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 163-164 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.3 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#262748 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, standing front, head right, setting on palm-tree right, shield inscribed VIC AVG.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P XVIII IMP II COS III
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Octava Decima, Imperator Secundum, Consul Tertium.
High priest, holder of tribunician power for the 18th time, supreme commander (Imperator) for the second time, consul for the third time.
Comment
Mass varies: 7.22–7.29 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, which was minted in 163-164 AD, was used as a means of payment for Roman soldiers during their military campaigns. It was also used for trade and commerce, and its value was equivalent to 25 silver denarii. Despite being made of gold, the coin was not as valuable as other coins minted during the Roman Empire, as the gold content was only about 7.3 grams. However, its historical significance and rarity make it a valuable collector's item today.
