© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Aureus - Marcus Aurelius TR POT VIIII COS II; Roma and Victory
| Gold | 7.3 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 154-155 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.3 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#260590 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Roma, helmeted, in military dress, standing left, holding Victory on extended right hand and parazonium at shoulder in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR POT VIIII COS II
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Nona, Consul Secundum.
Holder of tribunician power for the ninth time, consul for the second time.
Comment
Mass varies: 7.15–7.35 g;Diameter varies: 18.5–19 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 rare and unique design, with the emperor Marcus Aurelius depicted on one side and the goddess Victory on the other. This coin was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire, and its design reflects the political and religious tensions of the era. The coin's gold content and intricate design make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and historians.
