© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Quinarius Aureus - Marcus Aurelius COS II; Hilaritas
| Gold | 3.5 g | 15.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 145-160 |
| Value | 1 Gold Quinarius = 12½ Denarii (25⁄2) |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 15.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#260517 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hilaritas, draped, standing left, holding long palm in right hand and cornucopiae in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COS II
Translation:
Consul Secundum.
Consul for the second time.
Comment
Example of this type:American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Quinarius Aureus coin is that it features an image of Marcus Aurelius on one side and the goddess Hilaritas on the other, signifying the Roman Empire's shift towards a more philosophical and peaceful approach during Marcus Aurelius' reign.
