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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Marcus Aurelius PROV DEOR TR P XVII COS III; Providentia
| Silver | 3.2 g | 18 mm |
| 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 | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#262730 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
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: 2.578–3.42 g;Diameter varies: 17.45–18 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 162-163 AD, has an interesting reverse design that depicts the goddess Providentia standing left, holding a wand and a shield. This image symbolizes the Roman Empire's belief in the power of Providentia, or divine providence, to guide and protect their leaders. The coin's design serves as a testament to the importance of religion and spirituality in ancient Roman culture.
