CVC & Collectables presents this ancient AE As of Marcus Aurelius, struck between AD 151-152 while he served as Caesar under Antoninus Pius. Certified NGC Fine, this bronze issue captures the future philosopher-emperor before his accession to the throne and features the goddess Minerva on the reverse.
Coin Highlights:
- Issuer: Roman Empire
- Emperor: Marcus Aurelius (as Caesar)
- Date: AD 151-152
- Denomination: As
- Grade: NGC Fine
- Composition: Bronze
- Reference: RIC III 1305a (Antoninus Pius), Sear 4840
Design Details:
- Obverse: Bare-headed and draped bust of Marcus Aurelius facing right.
- Reverse: Minerva standing left, holding Victory and spear while resting on a shield.
- Legend: TR POT VI COS II with S-C across the field.
Emperor History:
Marcus Aurelius ruled from AD 161-180 and is remembered as the last of Rome’s Five Good Emperors. Renowned for his philosophical work Meditations, he balanced military leadership with Stoic principles and remains one of history’s most admired rulers.
Collectibility:
Bronze issues of Marcus Aurelius as Caesar are highly collectible because they depict the future emperor before his accession. The Minerva reverse adds further appeal, symbolizing wisdom, strategy, and victory.
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