© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
Denarius - Marcus Aurelius IMP VI COS III; Roma and Victory
| 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#262906 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Roma, helmeted, draped, seated left, holding Victory in extended right hand and vertical spear in left hand; behind her, shield with Medusa or She-Wolf and Twins.
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: 2.985–3.45 g;Example of this type:
Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius coin featuring Marcus Aurelius (IMP VI COS III; Roma and Victory) was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in the Roman Empire. The coin's design, which features the goddess Roma and the personification of Victory, reflects the emperor's efforts to promote the ideals of Roman greatness and military victory during his reign (161-180 AD). Despite the challenges of the time, including wars with Germanic tribes and plagues, the coin remains a testament to the enduring legacy of Roman currency and culture.
