Aureus - Marcus Aurelius TR POT XIII COS II; Mars
| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 158-159 |
| 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#260617 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars, advancing right, holding spear in right hand and trophy in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR POT XIII COS II
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Tertia Decima, Consul Secundum.
Holder of tribunician power for the 13th time, consul for the second time.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus coin , which features Marcus Aurelius and the god Mars, was part of a series of coins issued during Marcus Aurelius' reign that depicted the Roman gods and goddesses. This coin, in particular, is interesting because it highlights the close relationship between the Roman Empire and the gods, as well as the importance of Mars, the god of war, in Roman culture. The coin's design also reflects the propaganda efforts of the Roman Empire, as it was used to promote the idea of Marcus Aurelius as a powerful and divine leader.
