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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Lucius Verus PROV DEOR TR P COS II S C; Providentia
161 year| Bronze | 24.5 g | 35 mm |
| 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 |
| Weight | 24.5 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#264017 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Providentia, draped, standing left, holding globe on extended right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PROV DEOR TR P COS II S C
Translation:
Providentia Deorum. Tribunicia Potestate, Consul Secundum. Senatus Consultum.
Foresight of the gods. Holder of tribunician power, consul for the second time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 22.57–26.34 g;Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Sestertius - Lucius Verus coin is that it features an image of Providentia, the Roman goddess of foresight and providence, on its reverse side. This suggests that the coin was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was placing a strong emphasis on the idea of divine guidance and protection.
