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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Lucius Verus TR P V IMP II COS II; Mars
| Silver | 3 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 164-165 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#263203 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Mars, helmeted, in military dress, standing right, holding inverted vertical spear in right hand and resting left hand on round shield set on ground.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR P V IMP II COS II
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Quinta, Imperator Secundum, Consul Secundum.
Holder of tribunician power for the fifth time, supreme commander (Imperator) for the second time, consul for the second time.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.23–3.26 g;Diameter varies: 16–17.51 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius coin featuring Lucius Verus, who was a Roman emperor from 161 to 169 AD, is notable for its depiction of the god Mars on the reverse side. Mars was an important deity in Roman mythology, associated with war and agriculture, and his presence on the coin may have been intended to highlight Lucius Verus' military victories and accomplishments. The coin's design also features the emperor's title, "TR P V IMP II COS II," which stands for "Tribunicia Potestate V, Imperator II, Consul II," indicating his position and authority as a Roman ruler.
