Marcus Aurelius denarius, AD 161-180
Item — Box: 1, Item: 26
Scope and Contents
After the death of Aurelius, he was adopted by Antoninus. Aurelius reign was disturbed by many frontier wars. During these wars he wrote his celebrated (meditations). He was a careful generous and conscientious ruler and is best remembered for his devotion to stoic philosophy.
Dates
- Creation: AD 161-180
Creator
- From the Collection: Handshu, Joel, 1946-1998 (Collector, Person)
Access Restrictions
This collection is open for research.
Extent
From the Collection: 0.8 linear feet (2 boxes, 175 coins)
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Physical Description
Obverse: Head of Marcus Aurelius; Reverse: Equity standing
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections Repository
Contact:
Special Collections
College of Charleston Libraries
66 George Street
Charleston South Carolina 29424
(843) 953-8016
(843) 953-6319 (Fax)
Special Collections
College of Charleston Libraries
66 George Street
Charleston South Carolina 29424
(843) 953-8016
(843) 953-6319 (Fax)