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Denarius - Marcus Aurelius TR P XX IMP IIII COS III PAX; Pax
166 year| Silver | 3.2 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 166 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#262821 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Pax, draped, seated left, holding branch in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR P XX IMP IIII COS III PAX
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Vicesima, Imperator Quartum, Consul Tertium. Pax.
Holder of tribunician power for the 20th time, supreme commander (Imperator) for the fourth time, consul for the third time. Peace.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.967–3.73 g;Example of this type:
Trustees of the British Museum
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius coin featuring Marcus Aurelius (TR P XX IMP IIII COS III PAX; Pax) was minted during a time of relative peace and prosperity in the Roman Empire, known as the Pax Romana or "Roman Peace." This period lasted from 27 BC to 180 AD and saw the empire reach its greatest extent, with Marcus Aurelius being one of the most notable emperors of this time. The coin's design, featuring the goddess Pax (Peace) on the reverse, reflects this focus on peace and stability.
