© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
Sestertius - Marcus Aurelius IVVENTAS S C; Juventas
| Bronze | 26.4 g | 33 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 140-144 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 26.4 g |
| Diameter | 33 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#261744 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Juventas, in long robe, standing left, throwing grain of incense on candelabrum and holding patera.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IVVENTAS S C
Translation:
Iuventas. Senatus Consultum.
Youth. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 23.847–31.27 g;Example of this type:
Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Sestertius coin features an image of Marcus Aurelius, who was a Roman emperor from 161 to 180 AD. He was known for his wisdom and philosophical writings, and his reign is often considered the golden age of the Roman Empire. The coin's design, which includes the symbols IVVENTAS S C and Juventas, reflects the emperor's focus on the well-being and prosperity of the Roman people.
