Denarius - Marcus Aurelius P M TR P XX IMP III COS III; Annona
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 165-166 |
| 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#262812 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Annona, draped, standing left, holding corn-ears in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand; at her feet, modius.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P XX IMP III COS III
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Vicesima, Imperator Tertium, Consul Tertium.
High priest, holder of tribunician power for the 20th time, supreme commander (Imperator) for the third time, consul for the third time.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius coin featuring Marcus Aurelius is notable for its depiction of the Roman goddess Annona on the reverse side, signifying the emperor's efforts to address food shortages and famines during his reign.
