© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
As - Crispina VENVS S C; Venus
| Bronze | 9.2 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Commodus (Lucius Aurelius Commodus) (177-192) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 178-191 |
| Value | As = 1⁄16 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 9.2 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#266093 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Venus, draped, standing left, holding apple in right hand and drawing robe over her left shoulder with left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VENVS S C
Translation:
Venus. Senatus Consultum.
Venus. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 8.28–9.77 g;Diameter varies: 24.5–25 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The coin features a depiction of the Roman goddess Venus on one side, which is fitting since the name Crispina means "curly-haired" in Latin, and Venus was often depicted with curly hair in Roman art.
