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© Trustees of the British Museum
Sestertius - Marcus Aurelius LIBERALITAS AVG VI IMP VII COS III S C; Liberalitas
| Bronze | 21 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 174-175 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 21 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#263855 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Liberalitas, draped, standing left, holding abacus in extended right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LIBERALITAS AVG VI IMP VII COS III S C
Translation:
Liberalitas Augusti Sexta, Imperator Septimum, Consul Tertium. Senatus Consultum.
The sixth liberality of the emperor (Augustus), supreme commander (Imperator) for the seventh time, 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 Marcus Aurelius, who was known for his philosophical writings and his reign during a period of relative peace and prosperity in the Roman Empire. The coin's design also includes the symbol of a liberalitas, which represents the idea of generosity and generosity towards the people, reflecting Marcus Aurelius' reputation for being a just and fair ruler.
