© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Aureus - Marcus Aurelius TR P XXI IMP IIII COS III; Victory
| Gold | 7.2 g | 20.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 166-167 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.2 g |
| Diameter | 20.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#262837 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, advancing left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR P XXI IMP IIII COS III
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Prima Vicesima, Imperator Quartum, Consul Tertium.
Holder of tribunician power for the 21st time, supreme commander (Imperator) for the fourth time, consul for the third time.
Comment
Mass varies: 7.22–7.25 g;Diameter varies: 20–21 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a depiction of the Roman goddess Victory on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Marcus Aurelius. The image of Victory was meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's military prowess and its ability to conquer and subdue other nations. The coin's design also includes the inscription "TR P XXI IMP IIII COS III," which stands for "Tribunicia Potestate XXI Imperator IIII Consul III," indicating that Marcus Aurelius held the office of consul for the third time in 166-167 AD.
