© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Aureus - Marcus Aurelius TR P XXXI IMP VIII COS III P P DE SARM
| 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 | 176-177 |
| 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#263036 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pile of arms; cuirass, hexagonial and oval shields, helmet, vexillum, carnyces, spears.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR P XXXI IMP VIII COS III P P DE SARM
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Prima Tricesima, Imperator Octavum, Consul Tertium, Pater Patriae, Devictus Sarmatis.
Holder of tribunician power for the 31st time, supreme commander (Imperator) for the eighth time, consul for the third time, father of the nation, conquered the Sarmatians.
Comment
Mass varies: 7.14–7.25 g;Diameter varies: 20–20.5 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus coin , which features Marcus Aurelius, is considered to be one of the most well-preserved and high-quality examples of Roman gold coins from the 2nd century AD. Its minting process, which involved striking the coin multiple times to achieve a sharp and detailed image, was particularly advanced for its time and resulted in a highly detailed and aesthetically pleasing final product. Additionally, the coin's weight and purity of gold have been consistently verified by numismatic experts, making it a highly sought-after collector's item among coin enthusiasts.
