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© Trustees of the British Museum
Sestertius - Marcus Aurelius TR POT XV COS III S C; Mars
161 year| Bronze | 24.3 g | - |
| 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 |
| Weight | 24.3 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#262006 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Mars, advancing right, holding spear in right hand and trophy in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR POT XV COS III S C
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Quinta Decima, Consul Tertium. Senatus Consultum.
Holder of tribunician power for the 15th time, consul for the third 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
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a depiction of Mars, the Roman god of war, on the reverse side, which is unusual for a coin issued by Marcus Aurelius, who was known for his peaceful reign and his emphasis on philosophy and literature. This suggests that the coin may have been issued to commemorate a military victory or to promote the idea of military strength during a time of conflict.
