Aureus - Faustina the Younger VENVS; Venus
| Gold | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#260713 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Venus, draped, standing left, holding apple in right hand and rudder set on dolphin, which coils round it, in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VENVS
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus coin featuring Faustina the Younger is considered one of the most beautiful coins of the Roman Empire. It features a stunning portrait of the empress, with intricate details and realistic features that were ahead of its time in terms of coinage design. The coin's obverse side shows Faustina's bust, adorned with pearls and a diadem, while the reverse side depicts Venus, the Roman goddess of love and beauty, standing on a rocky outcrop surrounded by sea creatures. The coin's design is a testament to the skill and craftsmanship of Roman coin makers during that era.
