© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Marcus Aurelius IMP VII COS III; Victory
| Silver | 3.1 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 174-175 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.1 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#262982 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, seated left on low seat, holding patera in extended right hand and palm, sloped over 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
Mass varies: 3.13–3.16 g;Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Marcus Aurelius (IMP VII COS III; Victory) coin features a unique design on its reverse side, depicting the Roman goddess Victory standing on the prow of a ship, holding a wreath and a palm branch. This symbolized the Roman Empire's military victories and the idea of victory leading the way for the empire's expansion.
