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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Aureus - Faustina the Younger VENVS; Venus
| Gold | 7.2 g | 19 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 | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#260715 |
|---|---|
| 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
Mass varies: 7.21–7.22 g;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. This coin, in particular, depicts Venus, the goddess of love and beauty, on the reverse, symbolizing Faustina's association with these qualities.
