14k Marcus Aurelius Roman Coin Necklace - 170 AD - One of a Kind

In antiquity. Carry a piece of the past with you with this stunning roman coin necklace. The coin is a genuine Roman silver piece that was minted between 160 AD and 180 AD.

The Roman Silver Denarius is among the most iconic and sought coins in the eyes of ancient coin collectors and this particular Denarii is even more special as it features the legendary Emperor Marcus Aurelius. The denarius is a small coin, about the size of an American nickel, and had the value of 10 asses, indicated by the roman root word dēnī, or “containing ten”. The coin was considered by scholars to be Rome’s main coin, until it was replaced by the Antoninianus coin in the early 3rd century AD, a coin of reduced silver content.

Marcus Aurelius was the last emperor of the Pax Romana, an age of relative peace and stability for the Roman Empire lasting from 27 BC to 180 AD. In this period, Marcus Aurelius dedicated his time as Emperor defending the borders of the Roman Empire, carrying the armies of Rome to victory against the warring Parthians and Germanic tribes. Marcus Aurelius was not just a great warrior, but also a keen observer and introspective thinker who’s experiences as Emperor inspired his most notable work ‘Meditations’ - an indispensable contribution to Stoic philosophy. His works have been widely cited over the centuries by writers, philosophers, monarchs, and politicians alike. He remains today a source of inspiration to millions who draw inspiration from his work to face life’s harrowing challenges.

We set this unique centuries-old piece in 14k gold so you can view both sides of the coin and we hung it on a light and airy 14k gold paperclip chain.

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