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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Aureus - Marcus Aurelius TR POT XI COS II; Apollo
| Gold | 7.2 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 156-157 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.2 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#260601 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Apollo, laureate, draped to front, standing left, holding patera in extended right hand and lyre at side in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR POT XI COS II
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Undecima, Consul Secundum.
Holder of tribunician power for the eleventh time, consul for the second time.
Comment
Mass varies: 7.13–7.27 g;Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus coin featuring Marcus Aurelius (TR POT XI COS II; Apollo) from Rome, Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) made of Gold weighing 7.2 g is interesting because it showcases the intricate craftsmanship and attention to detail that was characteristic of Roman coinage during that time. The coin's design features a detailed portrait of Marcus Aurelius on one side and the god Apollo on the other, highlighting the importance of Roman mythology and the emperor's association with the divine. Additionally, the coin's gold content and weight of 7.2 grams signifies its value and worth, making it a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.
