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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Marcus Aurelius PROV DEOR TR P XV COS III; Providentia
161 year| Silver | 3.2 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 161 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#262679 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Providentia, draped, standing left, holding up globe in right hand and cornucopiae at shoulder in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PROV DEOR TR P XV COS III
Translation:
Providentia Deorum. Tribunicia Potestate Quinta Decima, Consul Tertium.
Foresight of the gods. Holder of tribunician power for the 15th time, consul for the third time.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.94–3.5 g;Diameter varies: 16.5–17.25 mm;
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 during his reign from 161 to 180 AD, was part of a series of coins that were issued to promote the Roman Empire's ideals of unity, stability, and prosperity. The coin's design features the emperor's portrait on one side and various symbols and deities on the other, highlighting the empire's emphasis on divine providence and the rule of law. Despite being a standard circulation coin, the Denarius was made of silver, which was a valuable and prestigious metal at the time, reflecting the wealth and power of the Roman Empire.
