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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Marcus Aurelius IMP VI COS III S C; Victory
| Bronze | 25.5 g | 30.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 171-172 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 25.5 g |
| Diameter | 30.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#263732 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, naked to waist, standing right, placing with left hand on palm-tree a shield inscribed, VIC GER.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IMP VI COS III S C
Translation:
Imperator Sextum, Consul Tertium. Senatus Consultum.
Supreme commander (Imperator) for the sixth time, consul for the third time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 21.79–28.98 g;Diameter varies: 29–32 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Sestertius coin features a depiction of Victory on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Marcus Aurelius. This image of Victory was meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's military successes and the emperor's role as a victorious leader. The use of Victory as a symbol of Roman power and prestige can be seen on many coins from this period, and it reflects the importance of military conquest and expansion in Roman culture.
