© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
Sestertius - Marcus Aurelius TR P XVII IMP II COS III S C; Victory
| Bronze | 23 g | 29.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 163-164 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 23 g |
| Diameter | 29.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#263553 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, advancing left, holding wreath in extended right hand and palm, sloped over left shoulder, in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR P XVII IMP II COS III S C
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Septima Decima, Imperator Secundum, Consul Tertium. Senatus Consultum.
Holder of tribunician power for the 17th time, supreme commander (Imperator) for the second time, consul for the third time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 22.933–23.022 g;Example of this type:
Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a depiction of Victory on the reverse side, which was a common motif in Roman coinage during the reign of Marcus Aurelius. The image of Victory was meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's military prowess and its ability to conquer and subdue other nations. The use of Victory on coins also served as a way to promote the idea of Roman supremacy and to reinforce the emperor's image as a powerful and successful leader.
