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Aureus - Faustina the Younger VENVS; Venus
| Gold | 7.2 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 | 145-161 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.2 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#260702 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Venus, draped, standing, left, holding apple in right hand and vertical sceptre in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VENVS
Comment
Mass varies: 7.13–7.23 g;Diameter varies: 18–19 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 coin featuring Faustina the Younger 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 Faustina's husband, Emperor Antoninus Pius, who issued a number of coins featuring his wife and other prominent women of the time. The coin's depiction of Venus, the Roman goddess of love and beauty, is also significant, as it highlights the cultural and religious significance of the goddess in Roman society.
