Aureus - Marcus Aurelius TR P XX IMP IIII COS III; Victory
166 year| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
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| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 166 |
| 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#262824 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, naked to waist, standing front, head right, holding palm, upright, in right hand and with left hand fixing shield, inscribed VIC PAR, on palm-tree right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR P XX IMP IIII COS III
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Vicesima, Imperator Quartum, Consul Tertium.
Holder of tribunician power for the 20th 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 of Marcus Aurelius is interesting because it features a depiction of the Roman goddess Victory on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during this time period. The coin also has a high gold content, with an estimated 95-98% gold purity, making it a valuable and sought-after collector's item. Additionally, the coin's minting process was overseen by the Roman Empire's official mint, ensuring its authenticity and quality.
