Denarius - Lucius Verus PROV DEOR TR P COS II; Providentia
161 year| Silver | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#263138 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Providentia, draped, standing left, holding globe on extended right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PROV DEOR TR P COS II
Translation:
Providentia Deorum. Tribunicia Potestate, Consul Secundum.
Foresight of the gods. Holder of tribunician power, consul for the second time.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius coin featuring Lucius Verus, who ruled the Roman Empire from 161 to 169 AD, is notable for its depiction of the goddess Providentia on the reverse side. Providentia was a Roman deity who personified the concept of foresight or providence, and was often depicted holding a scroll or a globe, symbolizing her ability to see into the future and guide the destiny of the Roman people. The inclusion of Providentia on this coin may have been a nod to the idea that the Roman Empire was not only powerful and prosperous, but also divinely guided and protected.
