Sestertius - Lucius Verus TR POT VIIII COS III S C; Aequitas
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 168-169 |
| 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#264199 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Aequitas, draped, seated left on low seat, holding scales and cornucopiae.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR POT VIIII COS III S C
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Nona, Consul Tertium. Senatus Consultum.
Holder of tribunician power for the ninth time, consul for the third time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Sestertius coin features an image of Lucius Verus, who was a Roman emperor who ruled 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 also includes the image of Aequitas, the Roman goddess of justice and equality, which reflects Lucius Verus' efforts to promote fairness and equality during his reign.
