Sestertius - Marcus Aurelius COS III S C; Roma and Victory
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 169-170 |
| 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#263678 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Roma, helmeted, draped, seated left on cuirass, left foot on helmet, holding Victory on extended right hand and vertical spear in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COS III S C
Translation:
Consul Tertium. Senatus Consultum.
Consul for the third time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare and unique reverse design, depicting the goddess Victory standing on the prow of a ship, with the legend "S C" (Senatus Consulto) above her head. This design was only used on coins issued during Marcus Aurelius' third consulship (169-170 AD), making it a distinctive and valuable collector's item among numismatists.
