© Trustees of the British Museum
© Trustees of the British Museum
Aureus - Lucilla FECVNDITAS; Fecunditas
| Gold | 7 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 164-180 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#263444 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fecunditas, draped, seated right on low seat, holding a child on her lap; to right at feet, a child.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FECVNDITAS
Translation:
Fecunditas.
Fertility.
Comment
Example of this type:Trustees of the British Museum
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus - Lucilla coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Marcus Aurelius, who ruled the Roman Empire from 161 to 180 AD. The coin's obverse side features the image of Lucilla, the emperor's daughter, who was known for her beauty and intelligence. The reverse side of the coin depicts the goddess Fecunditas, who represents fertility and abundance, which was an important aspect of Roman culture and society. The coin's gold content and intricate design make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists and historians.
