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Sestertius - Lucius Verus CONCORD AVGVSTOR COS II S C; Concordia

161 year
Bronze - -
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
161
Value
1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius
Currency
Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#263991
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Marcus Aurelius and Lucius Verus, togate, standing right and left, clasping right hands.

Script: Latin

Lettering: CONCORD AVGVSTOR COS II S C

Translation:
Concordia Augustorum, Consul Secundum, Senatus Consultum.
Harmony of the emperor (Augustus), consul for the second time. Decree of the senate.

Comment

Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

The Sestertius - Lucius Verus coin features an image of the Roman goddess Concordia on the reverse side, which symbolizes unity and harmony. This image was chosen to promote the idea of unity and cooperation among the Roman people during the reign of Lucius Verus, who was known for his efforts to maintain peace and stability throughout the empire.