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Aureus - Faustina the Younger DIANA LVCIF; Diana
| Gold | 10.3 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 161-175 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 10.3 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#263351 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Diana, draped, standing left, holding long lighted torch in both hands across body.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DIANA LVCIF
Translation:
Diana Lucifera.
Diana, the bringer of light.
Comment
Mass varies: 7.25–19.47 g;Diameter varies: 19–20 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus - Faustina the Younger (DIANA LVCIF; Diana) coin features the image of the Roman goddess Diana on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during her reign. Diana was revered as a symbol of fertility, hunting, and childbirth, and her association with the moon was also reflected in the coin's design. The coin's gold content and intricate design make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists and historians.
