EMPEROR MARCUS AURELIUS Genuine Ancient Roman coin 2nd century AD Sterling Silver Pendant

This sterling silver pendant showcases a genuine Roman coin from the 2nd century AD, featuring Emperor Marcus Aurelius on one side. On the reverse appears the goddess Victory, winged and triumphant, symbolizing success, military glory, and divine favor in the Roman world.

Marcus Annius Verus, born in Rome in AD 121 to Annius Verus and Domitia Lucilla, was recognized for his exceptional qualities by Emperor Hadrian. Originally betrothed to the daughter of Aelius Caesar, he was later adopted by Antoninus Pius after Aelius’s death, taking the name M. Aelius Aurelius Verus. In AD 139, he received the title of Caesar, and in 145 he married Faustina the Younger, daughter of Antoninus.

In 147, Marcus Aurelius was granted tribunician power, and on March 7th, AD 161, he peacefully ascended to the imperial throne. He immediately appointed Lucius Verus as co-emperor and later betrothed him to his daughter Lucilla. Marcus Aurelius is remembered not only as a ruler, but also as one of history’s great Stoic philosophers. He died on March 17th, AD 180, and was subsequently deified.

Victory, known to the Romans as Victoria, was the goddess of triumph and achievement. Frequently depicted with wings, she embodied military success, honor, and the eternal strength of the Roman Empire. Her image appeared widely on Roman coins to commemorate victories, imperial power, and divine protection granted to the emperor and the state.

Our jewelry store, Serra Roma, proudly presents an exquisite collection that beautifully honors the ancient traditions of Greek and Roman civilizations. Each piece in our collection, including authentic ancient Roman and Greek coins and intaglios, is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity, providing proof of its historical significance and origin.