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Denarius - Lucius Verus COS II
161 year| Silver | 2.9 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 161 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.9 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#263130 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Lucius Verus, togate, standing left, holding globe in right hand and roll in left hand at side.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COS II
Translation:
Consul Secundum.
Consul for the second time.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.6–3.32 g;Example of this type:
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Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Lucius Verus (COS II) (161) coin features an image of the Roman goddess Victory on its reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the 2nd century AD. This image symbolized the Roman Empire's military victories and dominance over its territories.
