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Denarius - Marcus Aurelius COS III; Minerva
| Silver | 3.2 g | 17.5 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 | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 17.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#262894 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Minerva, helmeted, draped, advancing right, brandishing a javelin in right hand and holding a round shield on left arm.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COS III
Translation:
Consul Tertium.
Consul for the third time.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.89–3.4 g;Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Marcus Aurelius (COS III; Minerva) coin features a unique design on its reverse side, depicting the goddess Minerva standing left, holding a spear and a shield. This design was not commonly used on Roman coins, making it a distinctive feature of this particular coin.
