Sestertius - Marcus Aurelius TR P XVIII IMP II COS S C; Victory
| Bronze | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#263587 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, naked to waist, standing right, placing with left hand round shield on palm-tree at right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR P XVIII IMP II COS S C
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Octava Decima, Imperator Secundum, Consul. Senatus Consultum.
Holder of tribunician power for the 18th time, supreme commander (Imperator) for the second time, consul. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Sestertius coin features a depiction of Victory on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Marcus Aurelius. This 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 was also seen as a way to promote the idea of Roman supremacy and to reinforce the emperor's image as a powerful and successful leader.
