© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
As - Marcus Aurelius IVVENTAS S C; Juventas
| Bronze | 10.5 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 | 140-144 |
| Value | As = 1⁄16 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10.5 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#261758 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Juventas, in military dress, standing, left, holding branch downwards in right hand: to right trophy and shield.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IVVENTAS S C
Translation:
Iuventas. Senatus Consultum.
Youth. Decree of the senate.
Comment
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 a rare representation of the Roman goddess Juventas, who was often depicted as a youthful female figure, but on this coin, she is shown as a matronly figure, signifying the maturity and wisdom that comes with age.
