Sestertius - Marcus Aurelius and Lucius Verus CONCORD AVGVSTOR TR P XVI COS III S C
| Emittent | Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
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| Jahr | 161-162 |
| Typ | Standard circulation coin |
| Nennwert | 1 Sestertius = 1/4 Denarius |
| Währung | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Material | Bronze |
| Gewicht | 24 g |
| Durchmesser | |
| Dicke | |
| Form | Round (irregular) |
| Prägetechnik | Hammered |
| Ausrichtung | |
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| Referenz(en) | RIC III#825, OCRE#ric.3.m_aur.825 |
| Aversbeschreibung | Head of Marcus Aurelius, bare, with aegis, right. |
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| Aversschrift | Latin |
| Averslegende |
IMP CAES M AVREL ANTONINVS AVG P M (Translation: Imperator, Caesar, Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Augustus, Pontifex Maximus. Supreme commander (Imperator), Caesar, Antoninus [Pius] emperor (Augustus), high priest.) |
| Reversbeschreibung | Marcus Aurelius and Lucius Verus, togate, standing left and right, facing one another and clasping right hands; Marcus Aurelius holds scroll in left hand. |
| Reversschrift | Latin |
| Reverslegende |
CONCORD AVGVSTOR TR P XVI COS III S C (Translation: Concordia Augustorum, Tribunicia Potestate Sexta Decima, Consul Tertium, Senatus Consultum. Harmony of the emperor (Augustus), holder of tribunician power for the 16th time, consul for the third time. Decree of the senate.) |
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| Auflage |
ND (161-162) - - |
| Numisquare-ID | 1667384570 |
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Historical Context: This Sestertius, struck between 161 and 162 AD, marks the initial joint reign of Marcus Aurelius and Lucius Verus. Following Antoninus Pius's death, Marcus Aurelius, in an unprecedented act, elevated his adoptive brother Lucius Verus to co-Augustus. The reverse legend, CONCORD AVGVSTOR (Concord of the Augusti), celebrates this harmonious co-rule. The TR P XVI COS III attribution firmly dates the coin to Marcus Aurelius's sixteenth tribunician power and third consulship, underscoring the new college's legitimacy, issued under senatorial authority (S C).
Artistry: The coin exemplifies the refined classicism characteristic of the Antonine period, produced within the imperial mint workshops. The obverse typically features a mature, bearded portrait of Marcus Aurelius, with a thoughtful, philosophical expression. The reverse depicts Concordia, personification of harmony, standing left, holding two cornucopiae and a caduceus. Her drapery is fluid and naturalistic, reflecting high standards. This design emphasizes imperial unity, a key propaganda message for the nascent co-emperorship, conveyed through classical allegorical representation.
Technical/Grading: This bronze Sestertius, weighing 24 grams, typically exhibits a broad, prepared flan. High-points for wear are hair, brow, and beard on the obverse portrait. On reverse, Concordia's head, drapery, and attributes are most susceptible to wear. A strong strike would show full legends and crisp details, especially hair and Concordia's features. Centering varies; strong strikes show balanced composition, retaining original surface details and desirable patina, crucial for preservation and eye-appeal.