© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Marcus Aurelius S C; Minerva
145 year| Bronze | 26.4 g | 33.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 145 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 26.4 g |
| Diameter | 33.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#261774 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Minerva, helmeted, draped, standing, left, holding spear, vertical, in right hand and resting left on round shield set on ground.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S C
Translation:
Senatus Consultum.
Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 25.14–27.92 g;Diameter varies: 32–35 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Sestertius coin , which features Marcus Aurelius and Minerva, was part of a series of coins issued during his reign that were meant to promote the ideals of Roman virtue and military prowess. The image of Minerva on the coin represents wisdom, strength, and strategic thinking, which were all qualities that Marcus Aurelius valued and sought to embody during his rule.
