© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Marcus Aurelius TR P XXII IMP V COS III; Aequitas
168 year| 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 |
| Year | 168 |
| 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#262854 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Aequitas, draped, seated left on low seat, holding scales in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR P XXII IMP V COS III
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Secunda Vicesima, Imperator Quintum, Consul Tertium.
Holder of tribunician power for the 22nd time, supreme commander (Imperator) for the fifth time, consul for the third time.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.33–3.62 g;Diameter varies: 17–18.68 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 (TR P XXII IMP V COS III; Aequitas) was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. Despite the challenges faced during his reign, including wars with Germanic tribes and plagues, Marcus Aurelius is remembered as a wise and just ruler, known for his philosophical writings and his efforts to promote peace and prosperity throughout the empire. The image of Aequitas, the goddess of justice and equality, featured on the reverse side of the coin, symbolizes Marcus Aurelius' commitment to fairness and justice during his reign.
