Roman Empire, Marcus Aurelius (161-180 AD), Sestertius

174-175 AD, Rome mint

Roman Empire, Marcus Aurelius (161-180 AD), Sestertius
Roman Empire, Marcus Aurelius (161-180 AD), Sestertius
120.00 VAT margin scheme
Article code23-0132
Marcus Aurelius (161-180 AD), Sestertius, struck 174-175 AD, Rome mint. 

Obverse; M ANTONINVS AVG GERM TRP XXIX, laureate head right.
Reverse: LIBERALITAS AVG VI IMP VII COS III S-C, Liberalitas standing left, holding abacus and cornucopiae.

Diameter: ± 31,8 mm
Ref: RIC 1147

Condition: Fine/Very fine with smooth and shiny olive-green patina.

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Marcus Aurelius: Roman Emperor (161-180 AD). Last of the 'Five Good Emperors' and described as the 'Philosopher KIng'. His death in 180 AD is considered to mark the end of the 'Pax Romana' (golden period of peace and stability in the Roman Empire).

LIBERAL[ITAS] AVG: confirmation of the generosity of the Emperor towards the people, either in money or provisions.

Features and Specifications

Period Roman
Category Coins
Material AE (copper/bronze)
Country Roman Empire