Denarius - Marcus Aurelius LIBERAL AVG V COS III; Liberalitas
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 172-173 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#262950 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Liberalitas, draped, standing left, holding abacus in extended right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LIBERAL AVG V COS III
Translation:
Liberalitas Augusti Quinta, Consul Tertium.
The fifth liberality of the emperor (Augustus), consul for the third time.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Marcus Aurelius (LIBERAL AVG V COS III; Liberalitas) (172-173) coin features an image of the Roman goddess Libertas on the reverse side, which symbolizes the idea of liberty and freedom. This was a significant theme during the reign of Marcus Aurelius, who was known for his philosophical writings and his efforts to promote peace and prosperity throughout the Roman Empire. The coin's design serves as a reminder of the importance of liberty and the values that the Roman Empire stood for during that time period.
