© Institute of Classics/University of Graz
© Institute of Classics/University of Graz
As - Lucilla VESTA S C; Vesta
| Bronze | 11.6 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 164-169 |
| Value | As = 1⁄16 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 11.6 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#264502 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Vesta, veiled, draped, standing left, holding simpulum in right hand and palladium in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VESTA S C
Translation:
Vesta. Senatus Consultum.
Vesta. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 10.58–13.73 g;Example of this type:
Institute of Classics/University of Graz
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Vesta, the Roman goddess of the hearth and home, on its reverse side. This suggests that the coin was likely used in religious rituals and ceremonies, highlighting the importance of Vesta in Roman culture and daily life.
