Aureus - Marcus Aurelius TR POT VI COS II; Roma, Virtus, and Victory
| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 151-152 |
| 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#260566 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Roma (or Virtus), helmeted, standing left, holding Victory in right hand and parazonium in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR POT VI COS II
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Sexta, Consul Secundum.
Holder of tribunician power for the sixth time, consul for the second time.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus coin of Marcus Aurelius is interesting because it features a unique reverse design that showcases the Roman Empire's military prowess and the emperor's personal philosophy. The reverse side of the coin depicts Roma, the personification of Rome, standing between two columns, with Victory in the center and Virtus (virtue) on the left. This design highlights Marcus Aurelius' belief in the importance of military strength and virtue in maintaining the empire's power and prosperity. Additionally, the coin's gold content and high denomination made it a valuable and prestigious currency during the Roman Empire.
