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Aureus - Marcus Aurelius TR POT COS II; Minerva
| Gold | 7.2 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 146-147 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.2 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#260527 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Minerva, standing right, holding spear and resting left hand on shield.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR POT COS II
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate, Consul Secundum.
Holder of tribunician power, consul for the second time.
Comment
Mass varies: 7.121–7.35 g;Example of this type:
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Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus coin , which features Marcus Aurelius and Minerva, was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. Despite the challenges faced by the empire, including wars with neighboring tribes and internal conflicts, the coinage during this period remained remarkably consistent in terms of its quality and design. This speaks to the resilience and stability of the Roman Empire's monetary system, which was an important factor in its enduring legacy.
