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Sestertius - Marcus Aurelius PROFECTIO AVG COS III SC
| Bronze | 26.6 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 168-169 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 26.6 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#263665 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Marcus Aurelius, in military dress, on horse prancing right, holding spear in right hand; in front, armed soldier, behind, three soldiers, on holding spear.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PROFECTIO AVG COS III SC
Translation:
Profectiones Augusti. Consul Tertium, Senatus Consultum.
Departure of the emperor (Augustus). Consul for the third time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 22.79–28.76 g;Example of this type:
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Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Sestertius coin features an image of Marcus Aurelius on one side and a depiction of the goddess Roma on the other. The inscription "PROFECTIO AVG COS III SC" on the coin refers to Marcus Aurelius' third consulship, which he held in 168 AD. This coin was likely minted during his reign (161-180 AD) and circulated throughout the Roman Empire.
