© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Lucius Verus Divus CONSECRATIO
169 year| Silver | 3.2 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 169 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#263270 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Eagle, standing front, head left, wings open.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONSECRATIO
Translation:
Consecratio.
Consecration.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.71–3.73 g;Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Lucius Verus Divus (CONSECRATIO) (169) coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Lucius Verus, who ruled the Roman Empire from 161 to 169 AD. The coin's obverse features the image of Lucius Verus, while the reverse depicts the goddess Roma seated on a throne, holding a scepter and a shield. The coin's silver content and weight of 3.2 grams were standard for denarii coins during this period. Interestingly, the coin's minting process was likely done using a technique called "hammering," where the coin's design was struck onto a blank piece of metal using a hammer and anvil. This process resulted in a unique, handmade look for each coin, with variations in the strike and patina giving each coin its own distinct character. Overall, the Denarius - Lucius Verus Divus (CONSECRATIO) (169) coin offers a fascinating glimpse into the currency and minting practices of ancient Rome, and its preservation in such good condition is a testament to the skill and craftsmanship of the Roman mint workers who created it.
