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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Marcus Aurelius PROV DEOR TR P XVI COS III; Providentia
| Silver | 3.2 g | 17.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 161-162 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 17.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#262705 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Providentia, draped, standing left, holding globe on extended right hand and cornucopiae in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PROV DEOR TR P XVI COS III
Translation:
Providentia Deorum. Tribunicia Potestate Sexta Decima, Consul Tertium.
Foresight of the gods. Holder of tribunician power for the 16th time, consul for the third time.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.84–3.36 g;Diameter varies: 17.25–18.37 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 between 161-162 AD, has an interesting reverse design. The reverse side of the coin features the goddess Providentia, who is depicted standing left, holding a wand and a shield. This design was meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's prosperity and good fortune under Marcus Aurelius' rule.
