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Denarius - Marcus Aurelius P M TR P XIX IMP II COS III ARMEN; Armenia
| Silver | 3.2 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 164-165 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#262782 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Armenia, seated left on ground in mournful attitude; before her, vexillum and shield; left hand rests on bow.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P XIX IMP II COS III ARMEN
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Undevicesima, Imperator Secundum, Consul Tertium, Armeniacus.
High priest, holder of tribunician power for the 19th time, supreme commander (Imperator) for the second time, consul for the third time, conqueror of the Armenians.
Comment
Example of this type:Trustees of the British Museum
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare reverse type, depicting Armenia, which was a province of the Roman Empire at the time. The coin's reverse inscription, "ARMEN", is an abbreviation of the province's name, and its inclusion on the coin highlights the importance of Armenia within the empire. This coin is a unique representation of the Roman Empire's extensive reach and influence during the reign of Marcus Aurelius.
