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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Aureus - Faustina the Elder VENERI AVGVSTAE; Venus
| Gold | 7.4 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 139-141 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.4 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#260332 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Venus, draped, standing right, with right hand removing veil from face and left hand holding apple.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VENERI AVGVSTAE
Translation:
Veneri Augustae.
To Venus, the venerable.
Comment
Example of this type:American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus coin featuring Faustina the Elder is that it was minted during a time when women were increasingly being featured on Roman coins, reflecting their growing influence in society and government. This trend was particularly notable during the reign of Emperor Antoninus Pius, who was known for promoting the rights and roles of women in Roman society. The coin's depiction of Venus, the goddess of love and beauty, is also significant, as it represents the cultural and religious values of the Roman Empire at the time.
