Denarius - Marcus Aurelius TR POT X COS II; Genius
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 155-156 |
| 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#260599 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Genius Populi Romani, standing right, holding sceptre in right hand and cornucopiae in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR POT X COS II
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Decima, Consul Secundum.
Holder of tribunician power for the tenth time, consul for the second time.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius coin featuring Marcus Aurelius is notable for its depiction of the Roman emperor's portrait, which was designed to convey his philosophical beliefs. The coin's obverse side features a left-facing bust of Marcus Aurelius, with his legendary title "TR POT X COS II" (Tribunicia Potestate X, Consul for the second time) written around his head. The reverse side of the coin features the personification of the Genius of the Roman people, standing left and holding a patera (a ritual offering dish) in his right hand, while his left hand rests on an altar. The coin's design was meant to symbolize the emperor's commitment to the Roman state and his adherence to Stoic philosophy, which emphasized the importance of reason, self-control, and inner strength.
