© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Aureus - Marcus Aurelius TR P XXII IMP V COS III; Victory
168 year| Gold | 7.3 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 168 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.3 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#262857 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, advancing left, holding wreath in extended right hand and palm, sloped over left shoulder, in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR P XXII IMP V COS III
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Secunda Vicesima, Imperator Quintum, Consul Tertium.
Holder of tribunician power for the 22nd time, supreme commander (Imperator) for the fifth time, consul for the third time.
Comment
Mass varies: 7.24–7.3 g;Diameter varies: 19.5–20 mm;
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 a depiction of the Roman goddess Victory on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during this time period. The image of Victory was meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's military prowess and its dominance over other nations. The coin's design also includes an inscription that highlights Marcus Aurelius' military victories and his role as the emperor of the Roman Empire.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (168) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Aureus - Marcus Aurelius (TR P XXII IMP V COS III; Victory) (168) coin.
