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Sestertius - Marcus Aurelius TR POT II COS II S C; Fides
| Bronze | 24.5 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 147-148 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 24.5 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#261816 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Fides, standing right, holding corn-ears and basket of fruit.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR POT II COS II S C
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Secunda, Consul Secundum. Senatus Consultum.
Holder of tribunician power for the second time, consul for the second time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Example of this type:Trustees of the British Museum
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Sestertius coin features an image of Marcus Aurelius on one side and the goddess Fides on the other. Fides was the Roman goddess of trust, loyalty, and good faith, and her presence on the coin may suggest that Marcus Aurelius was particularly devoted to these values during his reign. In fact, Marcus Aurelius is known for his philosophical writings, which emphasize the importance of reason, self-reflection, and living in accordance with nature and virtue. It's interesting to see how this coin reflects the values and ideals of the Roman Empire during his reign.
