Sestertius - Lucius Verus SALVTI AVGVSTAE S C; Salus
| 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#264211 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Salus, draped, seated left on low seat, feeding from patera in right hand snake coiled round altar.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SALVTI AVGVSTAE S C
Translation:
Saluti Augustae. Senatus Consultum.
To the health of the empress. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Sestertius coin featuring Lucius Verus was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. Lucius Verus was the co-emperor of Rome alongside Marcus Aurelius, and their reign was marked by several challenges, including wars with Germanic tribes and plagues that swept through the empire. Despite these challenges, the coinage of this period remained consistent, with the Sestertius being one of the most widely used denominations. It's fascinating to think that this coin was used in everyday transactions during such a significant time in history.