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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Aureus - Marcus Aurelius TR POT X COS II; Minerva
| Gold | 7.3 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 155-156 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.3 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#260595 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Minerva, helmeted, draped, with aegis, advancing right, brandishing javelin in right hand and holding round shield on left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR POT X COS II
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Decima, Consul Secundum.
Holder of tribunician power for the tenth time, consul for the second time.
Comment
Mass varies: 7.22–7.32 g;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 unique reverse design, depicting the goddess Minerva standing left, holding a spear and a shield, while a small figure of Victory stands on the prow of a ship behind her. This design was meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's military victories and the goddess's protection of the state.
