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ITEM: Ring with Marcus Aurelius denarius. Obverse: M ANTONINVS AVG TR P XXVIII , laureate head right. Reverse: IMP VI COS III , Marcus Aurelius Standing left, holding branch and scepter. References: RIC III 296 and Sear 4906MATERIAL: SilverCULTURE: RomanPERIOD: 173 - 174 A.DDIMENSIONS: 24 mm x 25 mm, 20 mm diameter (inside). 24 EU, 10,5 USA.CONDITION: Good condition. Original coin within a modern handmade silver ring.PROVENANCE: Ex Spanish private collection, bought in Austrian auction house (Coin)Comes with Certificate of Authenticity and Export Licence. If you are from outside the European Union, we will have to apply for the export licence again for your country, this takes 3 to 5 weeks and has a cost of 5% of the hammer price, this amount will be added to the final invoice.Marcus Aurelius was a Roman emperor from 161 to 180 CE, best known for his philosophical outlook and his embodiment of the "philosopher-king" ideal. Born in 121 CE, Marcus Aurelius came from a prominent family and was adopted by Emperor Antoninus Pius, who groomed him to be his successor. Marcus Aurelius was heavily influenced by Stoicism, a philosophical school that emphasized rationality, self-discipline, and virtue as the highest values in life. His personal writings, known as the Meditations, provide a remarkable insight into his Stoic beliefs and are still studied today as a profound work of ethical philosophy. Unlike many of his predecessors, Marcus Aurelius was deeply introspective and sought to rule in accordance with wisdom, justice, and humility, aiming to balance his philosophical ideals with the practical demands of leading an empire.Despite his intellectual nature, Marcus Aurelius’ reign was marked by nearly constant military conflict, particularly along the northern borders of the Roman Empire. He spent much of his time as emperor on campaign, defending Rome from Germanic and other barbarian tribes that threatened the empire’s stability. These military challenges, combined with a devastating plague that swept through the empire during his rule, made Marcus Aurelius' reign one of struggle and hardship. Nevertheless, he is often remembered for his perseverance and commitment to his duties as emperor, striving to maintain the empire's security while upholding his moral values.Marcus Aurelius’ legacy is complex. On the one hand, he is remembered as one of the "Five Good Emperors," a ruler who governed with wisdom, fairness, and a deep sense of duty. His Meditations continues to inspire thinkers, scholars, and leaders for its profound insights into leadership, ethics, and personal responsibility. On the other hand, his death marked the end of the Pax Romana, the long period of relative peace and stability in the Roman Empire. His decision to allow his son Commodus to succeed him ultimately led to instability, as Commodus' misrule contributed to the empire's eventual decline. Nonetheless, Marcus Aurelius remains a figure of great admiration, both as a philosopher and as a conscientious ruler.
P. Clodius M.f. Turrinus. Rome 42 BC. Denarius. Silver, 4.04g. 18mm. Laureate head of Apollo right, hair rolled into chignon at back of head, some loose curls behind, lyre in left field. R. M. F CLODIVS, Diana Lucifera standing facing, head right, bow and quiver over shoulder, grounded lit torch in each hand. Ref: Crawford 494/23. Sydenham 1117. A beautiful example with golded tones. From the collection of the late Mr T. Carter.
Severus Alexander. 222-235 AD. Silver Denarius, 21.5mm. 3.01g. Rome mint. 15th emission, 232 AD. Laureate bust right, slight drapery. R. Providentia (or Annona) standing left, holding cornucopia and grain ears over modius filled with grain ears to left. RIC IV 250; BMCRE 879; RSC 501b. Iridescent toning. EF. From the Leo and Paula Gorelkin Collection. ex. CNG eAuction 550, lot 569.
Roman Republic. Denarius, 211-206 BC. Helmeted head of Roma right, X behind. R. the Dioscuri on horseback right, holding spears; star motifs above; spear head below. ROMA below in linear frame. Silver, 4.46g. 19mm. Ref: Sear 39. Extremely fine with iridescent tones. From the collection of the late Mr T. Carter.
Roman Republic. Denarius, 211-206 BC. Helmeted head of Roma right, X behind. R. the Dioscuri on horseback right, holding spears; star motifs above; club below. ROMA below in linear frame. Silver, 4.24g. 19mm. Ref: Sear 39. Extremely fine with iridescent tones. From the collection of the late Mr T. Carter.
P. Satrienus denarius, 77 BC. Rome. Silver, 3.79g. 19mm. Head of Roma right, wearing crested helmet; IIT behind. R. P SATRIE NVS, she-wolf advancing left, right forepaw raised; ROMA above. Ref: Crawford 388/1b. Extremely fine with attractive toning. From the collection of the late Mr T. Carter.
Roman Republic. Denarius, 211-206 BC. Helmeted head of Roma right, X behind. R. the Dioscuri on horseback right, holding spears; star motifs above; long-club below. ROMA below in linear frame. Silver, 3.80g. 20mm. Ref: Sear 39. Extremely fine with iridescent tones. From the collection of the late Mr T. Carter.
Roman Republican Anonymous, 209-208 BC. Denarius, Rome. Helmeted head of Roma right, X behind head. R. The Dioscuri riding right, each holding spear; star above their heads; dolphin below. ROMA in linear frame in exergue. Silver, 3.82g. 18mm. Ref: Crawford 80/1a, BMCRR Rome 423; RSC 20k. A nice example with even tones. From the collection of the late Mr T. Carter.
P. Fonteius P.f. Capito and T. Didius. Denarius, circa 55 BC. Silver, 4.02g. 19mm. P FONTEIVS CAPITO III VIR CONC ORDIA, Diademed and draped head of Concordia right. R. T DIDI VIL PVB, The Villa Publica; IMP IN exergue. Ref: Sear 393, Crawford 429/2a. Die flaw on obverse, otherwise a very good example. From the collection of the late Mr T. Carter.
Octavian, as Imperator and Triumvir, 43-30 BC. Denarius 3.76g, 20mm. Uncertain Italian mint (Brundisium or Rome?), autumn 32 BC-summer 31 BC. Head of Venus right, wearing stephane, pendant earring and beaded necklace. R. CAESAR DIVI F, Octavian advancing left, in military attire with chlamys flying behind, right hand outstretched, transverse spear in left. Ref: RIC I 251. An attractive piece with light toning and smooth surfaces. From the collection of the late Mr T. Carter.
C. Calpurnius L.f. Frugi. Denarius, 90 BC. Laureate head of Apollo right, hair bound with fillet; caduceus behind. R. Winged horseman galloping right, reversed S motif above. C PISO FRVCI below. Silver, 3.99g. 19mm. Ref: Crawford 408/-. Light iridescent tone, extremely fine example. From the collection of the late Mr T. Carter.
Roman Republic. Denarius, 211-206 BC. Helmeted head of Roma right, X behind. R. the Dioscuri on horseback right, holding spears; star motifs above. ROMA below in linear frame. Silver, 4.53g. 20mm. Ref: Sear 38, RRC 44/5. An extremely fine example with iridescent tone. From the collection of the late Mr T. Carter.
Roman Republic. Denarius, 211-206 BC. Helmeted head of Roma right, X behind. R. the Dioscuri on horseback right, holding spears; pellet motifs above; anchor below. ROMA below in linear frame. Silver, 4.26g. 20mm. Ref: Crawford 165/1a, RBW 722; RSC 20a. From the collection of the late Mr T. Carter.
L. Livineius Regulus denarius, 42 BC. Rome mint. Bare head of the praetor L. Livineius Regulus right, REGVLVS PR. R. REGVLVS F PRAEF VR, Curule chair between two fasces. Ref: Sear 487/1. Beautiful portrait with attractive toning. An exceptional example. From the collection of the late Mr T. Carter.
Moneyer issues of Imperatorial Rome. L. Hostilius Saserna. 48 BC. Denarius, Rome mint. Bare head of Gallia right, carnyx (Gallic trumpet) to left. R. Diana (Artemis) of Ephesus standing facing, placing hand on head of stag, leaping left, and holding spear. Silver, 3.77g. 19mm. Ref: Crawford 448/3, CRI 19; Sydenham 953. Beautifully toned with some iridescence. From the collection of the late Mr T. Carter.
Severus Alexander. 222-235 AD. Silver Denarius, 20.5mm. 3.37g. Rome mint. 15th emission, 232 AD. Laureate and draped bust right. R. Spes advancing left, holding flower and raising hem of skirt. RIC IV 254; BMCRE 896; RSC 543. Lightly toned, underlying luster. Superb EF. Wonderful portrait. An attractive coin in hand. From the Leo and Paula Gorelkin Collection. ex. CNG eAuction 550, lot 570.
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