Marcus Aurelius Denarius Pendant

Coin: Silver DenariusDate: 161-180 A.D.Bezel: 14k GoldWeight:  4.99 gramsDiameter: 20 mm / .82 in Description This item is an authentic Roman silver Denarius depicting Marcus Aurelius, placed in a handmade bezel of 14 karat gold. There is only 1 of this item; you will receive the exact pendant shown in the photos.  History of the Artifact 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 whose experiences as Emperor inspired his most notable work ‘Meditations’ - an indispensable contribution to Stoic thought. His works have been widely cited over the centuries by writers, philosophers, monarchs, and polit