© Trustees of the British Museum
© Trustees of the British Museum
Aureus - Faustina the Younger VENVS GENETRIX; Venus and Victory
| Gold | 7.2 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 161-176 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.2 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#263413 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Venus, draped, standing left, holding Victory in extended right hand and resting left hand on shield, at left, captive.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VENVS GENETRIX
Translation:
Venus Genetrix.
Mother Venus.
Comment
Example of this type:Trustees of the British Museum
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus coin featuring Faustina the Younger is that it was minted during a time of significant cultural and religious change in the Roman Empire. The coin's design, which depicts Venus and Victory on the reverse, reflects the growing influence of Eastern deities and cultural practices in Rome during the 2nd century AD. This coin was also minted during the reign of Emperor Marcus Aurelius, who was known for his philosophical writings and his efforts to promote peace and stability throughout the empire.
