Denarius - Marcus Aurelius TR POT COS II; Fides
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 146-147 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#260529 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fides, standing right, holding corn-ears in right hand and basket of fruit in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR POT COS II
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate, Consul Secundum.
Holder of tribunician power, consul for the second time.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius coin featuring Marcus Aurelius (TR POT COS II; Fides) was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. Specifically, it was minted during the Marcomannic Wars, a series of conflicts between the Romans and Germanic tribes that lasted from 166 to 180 AD. Despite the challenges of this time period, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and artistic detail, showcasing the enduring quality of Roman minting techniques.
