Aureus - Faustina the Elder
141 year| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 141 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#260458 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Hexastyle temple with statues.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus coin was a highly valued denomination during the Roman Empire, and the one featuring Faustina the Elder is particularly notable for its rarity and historical significance. It's estimated that only around 20-30 of these coins still exist today, making them highly sought after by collectors and historians. (Source: "Roman Coins and Their Values" by David R. Sear)
