As - Plautilla VENVS VICTRIX S C; Venus and Cupid
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Caracalla (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Caracalla) (198-217) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 202-204 |
| Value | As = 1⁄16 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#274012 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Venus, draped, standing right, holding apple in extended right hand and palm in left hand, and leaning on shield; to left, Cupid with helmet.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VENVS VICTRIX S C
Translation:
Venus Victrix. Senatus Consultum.
Venus Victorious. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Venus, the Roman goddess of love and beauty, and her son Cupid, who is often depicted as a mischievous child with a bow and arrow. The coin's design was likely meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's military victories and the prosperity that came with them. The use of bronze as the material for the coin also highlights the empire's wealth and resources.
