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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Marcus Aurelius VICT AVG COS III; Victory
| Silver | 3.4 g | 17.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 169-170 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.4 g |
| Diameter | 17.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#262890 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, advancing left, holding wreath in extended right hand and palm, sloped over left shoulder, in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICT AVG COS III
Translation:
Victoria Augusti. Consul Tertium.
Victory of the emperor (Augustus). Consul for the third time.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.21–3.53 g;Diameter varies: 17.25–18 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 and the goddess Victory was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. Despite the challenges faced by the empire, the coin's design remained unchanged for several years, indicating the stability and consistency of the Roman currency system during this period.
