Cappadocia, Caesarea, Marcus Aurelius, AE, 161-180 AD – Mount Argaeus

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Roman Provincial, Cappadocia, Caesarea, Marcus Aurelius, AE (bronze, 6.77g, 21mm), 161-180 AD
Obv: AY[TOKP ANTWNEINOC C]EBACTOC; laureate head of Marcus right
Rev: KAICAREWN T Ī  APĪ“Ī‘Ī™W; Mount Argaeus, with a tall conical top;Ā  ET Ī“ (date) in exergue
Ref:Ā  RPC IV, 6860 Rarity/Choice: Common, Good (attractive bust and beautiful olive patina)
Note: Marcus Aurelius was a Roman emperor who ruled from AD 161 to 180. Known for his philosophical outlook and stoic writings, his reign is marked by relative internal stability and significant military campaigns to defend the empire’s borders. The coin from Caesarea in Cappadocia under Marcus Aurelius serves as an important piece of numismatic history, reflecting both the local cultural elements and the broader imperial influences of the time. The depiction of Marcus Aurelius with a laurel wreath on the obverse reinforces his authority and divine favor. The reverse, featuring Mount Argaeus, highlights the local geographical and religious significance of the mountain to the people of Caesarea. The imagery on the reverse aligns with Marcus Aureliusā€™ efforts to maintain a strong connection between the emperor and the local traditions and landmarks. This coin would have served not only as a medium of economic exchange but also as a means to emphasize the emperorā€™s connection to the local culture and geography.

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