© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius ANTONINVS ET VERVS AVG REST LEG VI
| Silver | 3.2 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 161-180 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#263116 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Legionary eagle between two standards.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ANTONINVS ET VERVS AVG REST LEG VI
Translation:
Antoninus Et Verus Augusti, Restituit Legio Sexta [Ferrata].
Antoninus [Pius] and [Lucius] Verus emperors (Augusti), have restored the sixth [ironclad] legion.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.97–3.56 g;Diameter varies: 18–19 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 the Roman emperors Antoninus Pius and Marcus Aurelius on the obverse (front side), indicating that it was issued during their joint reign (161-169 AD). This was a time of relative peace and prosperity in the Roman Empire, and the coin's design reflects the emperors' efforts to promote their image as wise and benevolent leaders.
