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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Marcus Aurelius IMP VII COS III; Victory
174 year| Silver | 3.2 g | 18 mm |
| 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 | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#262971 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, advancing right, holding wreath in extended right hand and palm, sloped upward by left shoulder, 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
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 VII 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 military prowess. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a valuable piece of history, offering a glimpse into the complexities of life in ancient Rome.
