Sestertius - Marcus Aurelius TR P XV COS II VIRTVS S C; Virtus
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 159-160 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#262002 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Virtus, standing left, foot on helmet, holding parazonium and spear.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR P XV COS II VIRTVS S C
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Quinta Decima, Consul Secundum. Virtus. Senatus Consultum.
Holder of tribunician power for the 15th time, consul for the second time. Courage. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Sestertius coin , which features Marcus Aurelius and the goddess Virtus, was part of a series of coins issued during his reign that aimed to promote the ideals of Roman virtue and morality. The coin's design, which depicts Virtus standing next to Marcus Aurelius, symbolizes the emperor's commitment to promoting virtue and moral values throughout the empire. This coin series was a significant departure from previous Roman coinage, which often featured images of gods and goddesses, and marked a shift towards a more secular and moralistic approach to coin design.
