© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
As - Faustina the Younger AVGVSTI PII FIL S C; Concordia
| Bronze | 7.4 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 145-161 |
| Value | As = 1⁄16 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 7.4 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#262063 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Concordia, standing left, holding patera and cornucopiae.
Script: Latin
Lettering: AVGVSTI PII FIL S C
Translation:
Augusti Pii Filius. Senatus Consultum.
Son of emperor (Augustus) [Antoninus] Pius. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Example of this type:Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen
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 Younger, who was a powerful and influential empress during the Roman Empire. She was known for her intelligence, political savvy, and her efforts to promote the cult of the Roman state goddess, Concordia. The coin's design, which includes an image of Concordia, reflects Faustina's efforts to promote this cult and solidify her own power and legacy.
