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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Marcus Aurelius TR P XXX IMP VIII COS III P P PAX AVG; Pax
| 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 | 175-177 |
| 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 |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#263016 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pax, draped, seated left, with torch in outstretched right hand setting fire to pile of arms on ground and holding cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR P XXX IMP VIII COS III P P PAX AVG
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Tricesima, Imperator Octavum, Consul Tertium, Pater Patriae. Pax Augusti.
Holder of tribunician power for the 30th time, supreme commander (Imperator) for the eighth time, consul for the third time, father of the nation. Peace of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Mass varies: 3.05–3.39 g;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 XXX IMP VIII COS III P P PAX AVG; 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.
