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171 NGC Ch VF Marcus Aurelius Denarius Roman Reign 10th Year Emperor Sacrificing (24073103C)

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  • Choice Very Fine Emperor Marcus Aurelius Roman Empire silver denarius coin.
  • Approx. 18.5mm, RIC 248 (rated as scarce), RSC 1031, Foss 42 (attributed to 171 CE).
  • Dated denarius minted at Rome TR P XXV = Dec 170 to Dec 171 CE.
  • Historic type to commemorate the tenth anniversary of the sole reign of Marcus Aurelius with vows to celebrate its completion and anticipation of another decade of rule. 
  • Rare depiction of the Emperor sacrificing.
  • Certified by NGC to Ch VF.
  • Obverse: IMP M ANTONINVS AVG TR P XXV, mature laureate head right.  
  • Reverse: VOTA SOL DECENN COS III, Marcus Aurelius veiled, standing left, sacrificing at a tripod, a bull at his feet.