© Museu de Prehistòria de València
© Museu de Prehistòria de València
Denarius - Marcus Aurelius PROV DEOR TR P XVII COS III; Providentia
| Silver | 3.1 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 162-163 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.1 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#262728 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Providentia, draped, standing left, holding globe on extended right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PROV DEOR TR P XVII COS III
Translation:
Providentia Deorum. Tribunicia Potestate Septima Decima, Consul Tertium.
Foresight of the gods. Holder of tribunician power for the 17th time, consul for the third time.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.83–3.42 g;Example of this type:
Museu de Prehistòria de València
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius coin featuring Marcus Aurelius, which was minted between 162-163 AD, is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists. Its rarity is due to the fact that it was minted during a time of economic hardship and political instability in the Roman Empire, which led to a decrease in the production of coins. Additionally, the coin's design features a unique combination of symbols and inscriptions, including the image of Providentia, the Roman goddess of foresight, on the reverse side. This makes it a particularly interesting and sought-after piece among collectors of ancient Roman coins.
