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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Lucius Verus TR P IIII IMP II COS II S C; Hercules
| Bronze | 26.9 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 163-164 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 26.9 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#264104 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hercules, nude, wearing lion-skin on head which falls over left arm, standing front, head right, holding laurel-branch in right hand and club in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR P IIII IMP II COS II S C
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Quarta, Imperator Secundum, Consul Secundum. Senatus Consultum.
Holder of tribunician power for the fourth time, supreme commander (Imperator) for the second time, consul for the second time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 25.31–28.41 g;Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Hercules on the reverse, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Lucius Verus. Hercules was considered a symbol of strength and power, and his image was often used to promote the idea of Roman imperial power and dominance. The inclusion of Hercules on this coin may have been intended to emphasize Lucius Verus's own strength and leadership abilities, as well as the power and prestige of the Roman Empire.
