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© Trustees of the British Museum
Sestertius - Marcus Aurelius CONCORDIA EXERCITVVM COS III S C; Concordia
| Bronze | 27.8 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 170-171 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 27.8 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#263690 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Concordia, draped, standing left, holding a standard in each hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORDIA EXERCITVVM COS III S C
Translation:
Concordia Exercituum. Consul Tertium, Senatus Consultum.
Harmony with the army. Consul for the third time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
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 the Roman goddess Concordia on the reverse side, which symbolizes unity and harmony among the Roman people and military. This is fitting, given that Marcus Aurelius' reign was marked by efforts to promote peace and stability throughout the empire.
