© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Marcus Aurelius SALVTI AVG COS III; Salus
| 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 | 168-169 |
| 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#262870 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Salus, draped, standing front, head left, feeding out of patera in right hand snake coiled round altar and holding vertical sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SALVTI AVG COS III
Translation:
Saluti Augustorum, Consul Tertium.
To the health of the emperor (Augustus). Consul for the third time.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.71–3.58 g;Diameter varies: 17–18 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 (SALVTI AVG COS III; Salus) was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. Marcus Aurelius was the emperor at the time, and he was known for his wisdom and philosophical writings. Despite his efforts to maintain peace and stability, the empire was facing numerous challenges, including wars with Germanic tribes and plagues that were sweeping through the land. Despite these challenges, the coin still bears the image of Salus, the goddess of safety and salvation, reflecting the hope and resilience of the Roman people during this difficult time.
