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Denarius - Lucius Verus TR P III IMP II COS II; Armenia
163 year| Silver | 3.4 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 163 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.4 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#263180 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Armenia seated left on ground, surrounded by arms, supporting chin with right hand; before her, standard.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR P III IMP II COS II
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Tertia, Imperator Secundum, Consul Secundum.
Holder of tribunician power for the third time, supreme commander (Imperator) for the second time, consul for the second time.
Comment
Example of this type:Trustees of the British Museum
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Lucius Verus (TR P III IMP II COS II; Armenia) (163) coin is that it features a rare and unique design. The obverse side of the coin depicts the emperor Lucius Verus wearing a radiate crown, which symbolizes his divine status as a Roman emperor. The reverse side of the coin shows a stunning image of the goddess Victory standing on the prow of a ship, holding a wreath and a palm branch. This design is significant because it represents the Roman Empire's military victories and its expansion into new territories. Additionally, the use of silver in the coin's minting process adds to its value and rarity, making it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
