© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Marcus Aurelius VOTA SOLVTA DECENNALIVM COS III S C
| Bronze | 22.2 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 170-171 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 22.2 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#263719 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Marcus Aurelius, veiled, togate, standing left, sacrificing out of patera in right hand over a tripod; at his feet, a bull.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VOTA SOLVTA DECENNALIVM COS III S C
Translation:
Vota Soluta Decennalium, Consul Tertium. Senatus Consultum.
Vows (prayers and sacrifices) paid (fulfilled) for ten years of rule. Consul for the third time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 20.92–23.44 g;Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
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 the Roman goddess Sol on the other. Sol was an important deity in Roman mythology, associated with the sun and the power of light. The inclusion of Sol on this coin may have been a nod to Marcus Aurelius' reputation as a wise and enlightened leader, known for his philosophical writings and his efforts to promote peace and prosperity throughout the Roman Empire.
