Denarius - Marcus Aurelius IMP VI COS III
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 172-173 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#262944 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
German captive, hands bound in front, seated right on ground at trophy consisting of helmet, cuirass, and shields.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IMP VI COS III
Translation:
Imperator Sextum, Consul Tertium.
Supreme commander (Imperator) for the sixth time, consul for the third time.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius coin featuring Marcus Aurelius (IMP VI COS III) was minted during a time of significant economic and military challenges for the Roman Empire. Despite these challenges, the coin's design remained consistent with previous issues, featuring the emperor's portrait on one side and a deity on the other. This coin, in particular, features the goddess Roma on the reverse, symbolizing the empire's power and influence.
