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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Marcus Aurelius TR P XXXIII IMP VIIII COS III P P; Salus
| Silver | 2.9 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 178-179 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.9 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#263069 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Salus, draped, seated left on low seat, holding two corn-ears; at her feet, snake coiled round altar.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR P XXXIII IMP VIIII COS III P P
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Tertia Tricesima, Imperator Nonum, Consul Tertium, Pater Patriae.
Holder of tribunician power for the 33st time, supreme commander (Imperator) for the ninth time, consul for the third time, father of the nation.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.45–3.24 g;Diameter varies: 17.5–18 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, which was minted between 178-179 AD, is considered to be one of the most well-preserved examples of Roman coinage from that time period. Its excellent state of preservation is likely due to the fact that it was minted using a new technique that was introduced during Marcus Aurelius' reign, which involved striking the coins multiple times to create a more detailed and precise image. This technique, known as "multi-striking," allowed for the creation of coins with a higher level of detail and precision than was previously possible, resulting in coins that were not only aesthetically pleasing but also highly durable.
