© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Marcus Aurelius TR POT III COS II; Providentia
| Silver | 3.1 g | 17.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 148-149 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.1 g |
| Diameter | 17.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#260551 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Providentia, draped, standing left, resting left arm on column, pointing with right at globe and holding vertical sceptre in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR POT III COS II
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Tertia, Consul Secundum.
Holder of tribunician power for the third time, consul for the second time.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.582–3.55 g;Diameter varies: 16.5–18 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 (TR POT III COS II; Providentia) was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in the Roman Empire. The coin's design, which includes an image of Providentia, the goddess of foresight and good fortune, reflects the emperor's efforts to promote the ideals of prosperity and stability during his reign (148-149 AD). Despite the challenges of the time, the coin remains a testament to the enduring legacy of Roman currency and the importance of Providentia in Roman culture.
