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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Marcus Aurelius COS III; Jupiter
| Silver | 3.3 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 170-171 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.3 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#262892 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Jupiter, naked to waist, seated left on low seat, holding thunderbolt, nearly horizontal, in right hand and vertical sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COS III
Translation:
Consul Tertium.
Consul for the third time.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.92–3.86 g;Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius coin featuring Marcus Aurelius (COS III; Jupiter) was part of a series of coins issued during his reign that depicted the Roman emperor in various guises, including as Jupiter, the king of the gods. This was a common practice during the Roman Empire, where emperors were often depicted as gods or god-like figures to emphasize their divine right to rule. The coin's design, which features Marcus Aurelius with a laurel wreath and a scepter, symbolizes his role as a powerful and wise leader, guiding the Roman Empire towards prosperity and greatness.
