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Aureus - Marcus Aurelius P M TR P XVIII IMP II COS III; Victory
| Gold | 7.3 g | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#262749 |
|---|---|
| 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
Example of this type:Trustees of the British Museum
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus coin of Marcus Aurelius is that it features a depiction of the Roman goddess Victory on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during this period. The image of Victory was meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's military prowess and its ability to conquer and dominate other nations. The coin's design also includes an inscription that translates to "TR P XVIII IMP II COS III," which stands for "Tribune of the Plebeians for the 18th time, Imperator for the second time, Consul for the third time." This inscription highlights Marcus Aurelius's political achievements and military victories during his reign as Roman Emperor.
