© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
As - Faustina the Elder AETERNITAS S C; Pietas
141 year| Bronze | 10.4 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 141 |
| Value | As = 1⁄16 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10.4 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#261580 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Providentia, standing left, holding globe and sceptre.
Script: Latin
Lettering: AETERNITAS S C
Translation:
Aeternitas. Senatus Consultum.
Eternity. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 10.08–10.63 g;Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Faustina the Elder, who was a Roman empress and the wife of Emperor Antoninus Pius. She was known for her beauty, intelligence, and her support of her husband's reign. The coin's design, which includes an image of Faustina and the inscription "AETERNITAS S C" (Eternity of the Senate and People of Rome), reflects her importance and influence during her time as empress.
