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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Marcus Aurelius PIETAS AVG TR P XX COS III; Pietas
| Silver | 3.2 g | 19 mm |
| 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 |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#262811 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pietas, veiled, draped, standing left, sacrificing out of patera in right hand over lighted altar, right and holding box in left hand at side.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PIETAS AVG TR P XX COS III
Translation:
Pietas Augusti, Tribunicia Potestate Vicesima, Consul Tertium.
Piety of the emperor (Augustus), holder of tribunician power for the 20th time, consul for the third time.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.896–3.36 g;Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius coin featuring Marcus Aurelius, which was minted between 165-166 AD, is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists. It's estimated that only around 200-300 of these coins still exist today, making it a highly sought-after piece of Roman Empire history.
