Lot 3560
Marcus Aurelius, AD 161-180. Gold Aureus (7.26 g) minted at Rome, c. AD 145-147 while Caesar under Antoninus Pius. Bare head right of Marcus Aurelius. Reverse: Hilaritas standing left, holding cornucopiae and long branch. RIC 428; Calicó 1860b. Lovely high-relief portrait. Choice Very Fine.
The selection of Hilaritas as the reverse type reflects the rejoicing of the times. Also, there was a yearly Roman festival, the Hilaria, which celebrated the spring equinox and the Mother of the Gods, Cybele.
Estimated Value $5,000 - 7,000.
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