Description: This rare AD 161-180 Roman Empire denarius features the iconic image of Marcus Aurelius, as the clean-shaven "Caesar", on the obverse side. The coin is made of silver and has been certified by NGC, ensuring its authenticity. The reverse side features the Honos (or Pax) dressed in a toga, standing left, holding up branch in right hand and cornucopiae in left. This coin has a provenance of being from the SPQR collection. This ancient coin is a must-have for any collector of Roman coins, with its unique variety and historical significance. The denarius was minted in Italy during the Roman Imperial period, specifically between AD 161-180. Don't miss your chance to own a piece of history with this stunning coin. FeaturesIssuerRome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)EmperorAntoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161)TypeStandard circulation coinsYears145-160Value1 DenariusCurrencyDenarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215)CompositionSilverWeight3.2 gDiameter18 mmShapeRound (irregular)TechniqueHammeredOrientationVariable alignment ↺DemonetizedYesNumberN#260519ReferencesRIC III# 429A, OCRE# ric.3.ant.429A ObverseHead of Marcus Aurelius, clean-shaven bare, facing right.Script: LatinLettering: AVRELIVS CAESAR AVG PII FTranslation: Aurelius Caesar, Augusti Pii Filius. [Marcus] Aurelius Caesar, son of emperor (Augustus) [Antoninus] Pius. ReverseHonos, togate (wearing a toga), standing left, holding up branch in right hand and cornucopiae in left.Script: LatinLettering: COS IITranslation: Consul Secundum. Consul for the second time. MintRome (ancient), Italy (?-476) CommentsMass varies: 2.38–3.596 g; Diameter varies: 17–19 mm; Example of this type: Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Price: 498 USD
Location: Blue Bell, Pennsylvania
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Composition: Silver
Provenance: SPQR Collection
Certification Number: 4935351-377
Grade: CH VF
Ruler: Marcus Aurelius
Certification: NGC
Date: AD 161-180
Denomination: Denarius
Historical Period: Roman: Imperial (27 BC-476 AD)
Year: AD 161-180
Era: Ancient
Country/Region of Manufacture: Italy
Variety: Obverse: Head of Marcus Aurelius, bare, right., Reverse Honos, togate, standing left, holding up branch in right, SPQR Collection
