© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Marcus Aurelius VOTA SVSCEP DECENN II COS III
| Silver | 3.2 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 170-171 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#262915 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Marcus Aurelius, veiled, togate, standing left, sacrificing out of patera in right hand over lighted altar left, holding roll in left hand at side.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VOTA SVSCEP DECENN II COS III
Translation:
Vota Suscepta Decennalia Secunda, Consul Tertium.
Vows (prayers and sacrifices) undertaken for the second decennium of rule. Consul for the third time.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.66–3.55 g;Diameter varies: 17.25–19 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius coin , which features Marcus Aurelius, is notable for its depiction of the Roman emperor's portrait. The coin's obverse (front side) features a bust of Marcus Aurelius, while the reverse (back side) shows the goddess Roma seated on a throne, holding a spear and a shield. This design was common for coins issued during Marcus Aurelius' reign, and it symbolized the emperor's role as the protector of Rome and the Roman Empire.
