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Denarius - Marcus Aurelius IMP VII COS III; Genius
174 year| Silver | 2.9 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 174 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.9 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#262969 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Genius, nude, standing left, holding patera in right hand and corn-ears in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IMP VII COS III
Translation:
Imperator Septimum, Consul Tertium.
Supreme commander (Imperator) for the seventh time, consul for the third time.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.84–2.9 g;Example of this type:
Trustees of the British Museum
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius coin featuring Marcus Aurelius is notable for its depiction of the Roman emperor's portrait, which was designed to convey his wisdom and benevolence. The coin's obverse side features a left-facing bust of Marcus Aurelius, with his name "MARCUS AURELIUS" inscribed above and his title "IMP VII COS III" below. The reverse side depicts the Roman goddess Roma seated on a throne, holding a scepter and a shield, symbolizing the power and authority of the Roman Empire. The coin's design was meant to promote the image of Marcus Aurelius as a wise and powerful leader, and it remains a popular collector's item among numismatists today.
