Denarius - Marcus Aurelius TR POT II COS II; Vesta
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 147-148 |
| 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#260534 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Vesta, standing right, holding palladium in right hand and sceptre in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR POT II COS II
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Secunda, Consul Secundum.
Holder of tribunician power for the second time, consul for the second time.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius coin featuring Marcus Aurelius (TR POT II COS II; Vesta) was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in the Roman Empire. The coin's design, which features the goddess Vesta on the reverse, was meant to promote the idea of stability and continuity during a period of relative instability. Despite the challenges faced by the empire during this time, the coin remains a testament to the enduring legacy of Roman currency and artistry.
