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Aureus - Otacilia Severa PVDICITIA AVG; Pudicitia
| Gold | 4.7 g | 20.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Empress | Otacilia Severa (Marcia Otacilia Severa) (244-249) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 244-246 |
| Value | Aureus (25⁄2) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.7 g |
| Diameter | 20.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#282217 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pudicitia, draped, veiled, seated left, right hand drawing veil and holding transverse sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PVDICITIA AVG
Translation:
Pudicitia Augustae.
Purity of the empress.
Comment
Mass varies: 4.41–4.98 g;Diameter varies: 20–21 mm;
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 - Otacilia Severa coin is that it features an image of Pudicitia, the Roman goddess of modesty and chastity, on its reverse side. This is significant because it highlights the importance of virtues like modesty and chastity in Roman culture, particularly during the reign of Emperor Philip II (244-249 AD), who was known for his efforts to promote moral values and clean up the Roman Empire's image.
