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Roman Empire, Marcus Aurelius (161-180 AD), Æ Sesterius

161-180 AD

Roman Empire, Marcus Aurelius (161-180 AD), Æ Sesterius
Roman Empire, Marcus Aurelius (161-180 AD), Æ Sesterius
Roman Empire, Marcus Aurelius (161-180 AD), Æ Sesterius
€ 250.00 VAT margin scheme
Article code:  19-5404
Obverse: Laureate head of Marcus Aurelius to right.
Legend: M ANTONINVS AVG TR P XXIII

Reverse: Salus, draped, standing left, feeding out of patera in right hand, holding sceptre in left hand, snake coiled round altar.
Legend: SALVTI AVG COS III S C

Diameter: ± 32,8 mm
Weight: ± 25,58 g
Fine condition with stunning olivegreen enamel 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).

Features and Specifications

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