© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
Sestertius - Marcus Aurelius TR POT XIX IMP II COS III S C; Providentia
| Bronze | 27.6 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 164-165 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 27.6 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#263607 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Providentia, draped, standing left, pointing wand in right hand at globe at her feet and holding vertical sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR POT XIX IMP II COS III S C
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Undevicesima, Imperator Secundum, Consul Tertium. Senatus Consultum.
Holder of tribunician power for the 19th time, supreme commander (Imperator) for the second time, consul for the third time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Example of this type:Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Sestertius coin features an image of Marcus Aurelius on one side and a depiction of Providentia, the Roman goddess of foresight and provision, on the other. This coin was minted during Marcus Aurelius' reign as Roman Emperor, which lasted from 161 to 180 AD. Providentia was an important deity in ancient Roman religion and was often depicted on coins as a way of emphasizing the emperor's role as a wise and forward-thinking leader. The inclusion of Providentia on this coin may suggest that Marcus Aurelius was particularly concerned with ensuring the long-term prosperity and stability of the Roman Empire during his reign.
