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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Aureus - Crispina VENVS FELIX; Venus
| Gold | 7.1 g | 20.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Commodus (Lucius Aurelius Commodus) (177-192) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 178-191 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.1 g |
| Diameter | 20.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#265554 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Venus, draped, seated left, holding Victory in extended right hand and sceptre in left hand; under seat, dove.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VENVS FELIX
Unabridged legend: Venus Felix.
Translation: Venus bringing fortune.
Comment
Mass varies: 6.13–7.36 g;Diameter varies: 19.5–21.1 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Crispina (VENVS FELIX; Venus) coin is that it features a rare depiction of the Roman goddess Venus on the reverse side, which is not commonly found on Roman coins. This coin is one of the few examples where Venus is portrayed alone, without any other deities or symbols, highlighting her importance in Roman mythology and culture.
