© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Marcus Aurelius IMP VI COS III; Aequitas
| Silver | 3.2 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 | 171-172 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#262916 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Aequitas, draped, standing front, head left, holding scales in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
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
Mass varies: 2.76–3.5 g;Diameter varies: 18–19.5 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius coin featuring Marcus Aurelius (IMP VI COS III; Aequitas) was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in the Roman Empire. The coin's design, which includes the image of the Roman goddess Aequitas, or "Justice," reflects the emperor's efforts to promote justice and equality throughout the empire. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin remains a valuable piece of history, offering a glimpse into the lives of ancient Romans and the economic systems that supported their society.
