Aureus - Marcus Aurelius VOTA SVSCEP DECENN II COS III
| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 170-171 |
| 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#262913 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Marcus Aurelius, veiled, togate, standing left, sacrificing out of patera in right hand over lighted altar left, holding roll in left hand at side.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VOTA SVSCEP DECENN II COS III
Translation:
Vota Suscepta Decennalia Secunda, Consul Tertium.
Vows (prayers and sacrifices) undertaken for the second decennium of rule. Consul for the third time.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus coin , which features Marcus Aurelius, is considered one of the most valuable coins from ancient Rome. In fact, it's believed to be one of the rarest and most sought-after coins from the Roman Empire, with only a few examples known to exist in such good condition. Its value is estimated to be in the millions, making it a true treasure for collectors and historians alike.
