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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Marcus Aurelius FEL TEMP TR P XV COS III; Felicitas
161 year| Silver | 3.1 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 161 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.1 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#262671 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Felicitas, draped, standing left, holding caduceus in right hand and cornucopiae at shoulder in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FEL TEMP TR P XV COS III
Translation:
Felicitas Temporum. Tribunicia Potestate Quinta Decima, Consul Tertium.
Fortunate times. holder of tribunician power for the 15th time, consul for the third time.
Comment
Example of this type:American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius coin featuring Marcus Aurelius, which was minted in 161 AD, is considered to be one of the most well-preserved examples of Roman coinage from that era. Its excellent state of preservation is likely due to the fact that it was buried in a hoard, which helped to protect it from the wear and tear of circulation. As a result, many of the details on the coin, such as the emperor's portrait and the inscriptions, are still clearly visible today.
