Sestertius - Marcus Aurelius TR POT COS III S C; Minerva
161 year| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 161 |
| 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#262017 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Minerva, standing right, holding spear and leaning on shield.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR POT COS III S C
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate, Consul Tertium. Senatus Consultum.
Holder of tribunician power, consul for the third time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Sestertius coin , which features Marcus Aurelius and Minerva, was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. Specifically, it was minted in 161 AD, which was during the Marcomannic Wars, a series of conflicts between the Romans and Germanic tribes that lasted from 166 to 180 AD. Despite the challenges faced by the empire during this time, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and detail, showcasing the resilience and skill of the Roman mint workers.