© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Marcus Aurelius TR POT VI COS II HONOS S C; Honos
| Bronze | 22.7 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 151-152 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 22.7 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#261881 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Honos, draped, standing front, head left, holding branch in extended right hand and cornucopiae in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR POT VI COS II HONOS S C
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Sexta, Consul Secundum. Honos. Senatus Consultum.
Holder of tribunician power for the sixth time, consul for the second time. Honour. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 20.09–27.2 g;Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Honos (Honour) on the reverse, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Marcus Aurelius. The image of Honos was meant to symbolize the importance of upholding moral values and virtues, which was a central theme in Marcus Aurelius' philosophy and rule.
