Roman Empire, Marcus Aurelius (Caesar 139-161), AR Denarius

147 - 148 AD, Rome mint

Roman Empire, Marcus Aurelius (Caesar 139-161), AR Denarius
Roman Empire, Marcus Aurelius (Caesar 139-161), AR Denarius
Roman Empire, Marcus Aurelius (Caesar 139-161), AR Denarius
250.00 VAT margin scheme
Article code24-1505
Obverse: AVRELIVS CAESAR AVG PII F, bare head right
Reverse: TR POT II COS II, Minerva standing right, wearing aegis and holding spear and shield.

Diameter: ± 19,2 mm
Weight: ± 3,13 g
RIC 438b (Ant. Pius)

EF with excellent bold portrait.
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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).

Features and Specifications

Period Roman
Category Coins
Material Silver
Country Roman Empire