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Find Spot MPM1577 - Roman Sestertius of Marcus Aurelius, Cosham

Summary

Roman coin, Sestertius of Marcus Aurelius, found in Cosham.

Map

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Type and Period (1)

Full Description

A Roman sestertius of Marcus Aurelius as Caesar (AD 139-80), depicting Mars advancing right with transverse spear and trophy. Minted at Rome, AD 159-60 (Reece period 7). RIC III, p.188, no.1352A(a). The coin is extremely worn and the flan split. Found in a garden in Cosham in 1940.

The 4 digit NGR for this record is SU 65 05.


Portable Antiquities Scheme, 2003-2015, Portable Antiquities Scheme (Index). SPM283.

Sources/Archives (1)

  • --- SPM283 Index: Portable Antiquities Scheme. 2003-2015. Portable Antiquities Scheme.

Protected Status/Designation

  • None recorded

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Finds (1)

  • COIN (Roman - 43 AD to 409 AD)

Location

Grid reference Not recorded
Unitary Authority Portsmouth City

Record last edited

Jul 1 2026 11:51AM