Description: Marcus Aurelius (161 - 180 AD). AE Sestertius, Rome mint 177 AD. M ANTONINVS AVG GERM SARM TR P XXXI; laureate head right / LIBERALITAS AVG VII IMP VIII COS III PP, SC; Liberalitas standing left, holding abacus and cornucopiae.

Diameter: AE31 mm

Weight: 18,12 g

Grade: VF/aVF

Attribution: RIC III 1205

Commentary: lightweight sestertius; dark olive patina, flat design, good details, attractive style

History: Liberalitas was a divine virtue of generosity, linked to Providentia (Providence) and Annona (provision of grain).

Article Number: 025-06-03-41652