Sestertius - Lucius Verus S C; Nemesis
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 161-169 |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#264207 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Nemesis, draped, standing right, drawing aside veil with right hand and holding uncertain object in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S C
Translation:
Senatus Consultum.
Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Sestertius coin featuring Lucius Verus (S C; Nemesis) was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. Lucius Verus was the co-emperor of Rome alongside Marcus Aurelius, and the two leaders were known for their military campaigns against the Parthian Empire. Despite the challenges they faced, the Roman Empire continued to thrive during their reign, and the Sestertius coin remains a testament to the empire's enduring legacy.