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Denarius - Marcus Aurelius TR P XXX IMP VIII COS III P P
| Silver | 3.4 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 175-176 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.4 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#263030 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Rectangular altar, with flames on top in center and horns left and right, inscribed on front FORT REDVCI.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR P XXX IMP VIII COS III P P
Unabridged legend: Tribunicia Potestate Tricesima, Imperator Octavum, Consul Tertium, Pater Patriae.
Translation: Holder of tribunician power for the 30th time, supreme commander for the eighth time, consul for the third time, father of the nation.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.38–3.5 g;Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius coin , which features Marcus Aurelius, is notable for its depiction of the Roman emperor's portrait. The coin's obverse (front side) features a bust of Marcus Aurelius, while the reverse (back side) shows a scene of the goddess Roma seated on a throne, surrounded by various symbols and inscriptions. The coin's design was meant to convey the power and authority of the Roman Empire, and it's an excellent example of the artistic and technical skills of ancient Roman coin makers.
