© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Marcus Aurelius IMP VI COS III; Victory
| Silver | 3.3 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 173-174 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.3 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#262955 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, advancing right, holding wreath up in right hand and trophy, sloped over left shoulder, 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: 3.03–3.544 g;Diameter varies: 17–18.5 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; Victory) was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in the Roman Empire. The coin's design, which features a depiction of Victory on the reverse side, was meant to promote the idea of Roman supremacy and military power. However, the coin's silver content was actually reduced during this time period, indicating that the empire was facing economic challenges and struggling to maintain its once-vaunted wealth and influence. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a valuable piece of history and a testament to the enduring legacy of the Roman Empire.
