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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Marcus Aurelius CLEM; Clementia
| Silver | 3.1 g | 17.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 149-150 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.1 g |
| Diameter | 17.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#260561 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Clementia, draped, standing front, head left, holding patera in extended right hand and fold of drapery in left at side.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CLEM
Comment
Mass varies: 2.98–3.2 g;Diameter varies: 16.5–18 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Marcus Aurelius (CLEM; Clementia) coin features an image of the Roman goddess Clementia on the reverse side, which is unusual for a coin issued during the reign of Marcus Aurelius. This suggests that the coin may have been minted to commemorate a specific event or occasion, such as a military victory or a diplomatic achievement, that was associated with the goddess Clementia.
