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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Quinarius Aureus - Marcus Aurelius TR POT XVII COS III; Providentia
| Gold | 3.5 g | 14.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 161-162 |
| Value | 1 Gold Quinarius = 12½ Denarii (25⁄2) |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 14.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#262714 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Providentia, draped, standing left, holding globe on extended right hand and cornucopiae in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR POT XVII COS III
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Septima Decima, Consul Tertium.
Holder of tribunician power for the 17th time, consul for the third time.
Comment
Example of this type:American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Quinarius Aureus was a rare gold coin minted during the reign of Marcus Aurelius in the 2nd century AD. It was part of a series of coins issued to commemorate the Roman Empire's military victories and was minted in limited quantities, making it highly valuable among collectors today. In fact, a Quinarius Aureus coin in excellent condition can fetch up to $10,000 or more at auction!
