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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Marcus Aurelius IMP VI COS III; Roma and Victory
| 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 |
| Years | 171-172 |
| 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#262925 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Roma, helmeted, draped, seated left on low seat, holding Victory on extended right hand and vertical spear in left: behind, on right, round shield.
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: 3.09–3.14 g;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; 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 triumph. Despite being made of silver, the coin was actually devalued during Marcus Aurelius' reign, as the empire faced economic challenges and inflation. This devaluation led to the introduction of a new coinage system, which had far-reaching impacts on trade and commerce in the empire.
