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Sestertius - Lucius Verus TR P II COS II S C PROFECTIO AVG
| Bronze | 15.5 g | 24 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 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 15.5 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#264035 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Lucius Verus, in military dress, sitting on horse, prancing right, and holding transverse spear in both hands; before him, soldier, standing right with spear in right hand and shield on left arm; behind him, three soldiers, standing right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR P II COS II S C PROFECTIO AVG
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Secunda, Consul Secundum. Senatus Consultum. Profectiones Augusti.
Holder of tribunician power for the second time, consul for the second time. Decree of the senate. Departure of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Mass varies: 10.03–26.26 g;Diameter varies: 23.9–24.2 mm;
Example of this type:
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Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Lucius Verus, who was a Roman emperor who ruled from 161 to 169 AD, and was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to improve the Roman economy. The coin's design also includes an image of a globe, which symbolizes the Roman Empire's expansion and influence under Lucius Verus' rule.
