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Sestertius - Lucius Verus TR POT V IMP II COS II S C
| Bronze | 27.5 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 164-165 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 27.5 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#264139 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Lucius Verus, in military dress, standing left between four standards, holding standard in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR POT V IMP II COS II S C
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Quinta, Imperator Secundum, Consul Secundum. Senatus Consultum.
Holder of tribunician power for the fifth time, supreme commander (Imperator) for the second time, consul for the second time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 24.78–29.58 g;Example of this type:
Trustees of the British Museum
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 alongside Marcus Aurelius from 161 to 169 AD. He was known for his military campaigns against the Parthian Empire and his efforts to improve the Roman economy. The coin's design, which includes an image of Lucius Verus and various other symbols and inscriptions, provides valuable insight into the cultural and political values of the Roman Empire during this time period.
