© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Cistophorus - Claudius and Agrippina the Younger AGRIPPINA AVGVSTA CAESARIS AVG
| Silver | 10.8 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Claudius (Tiberius Claudius Drusus) (41-54) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 50-51 |
| Value | Cistophorus = 3 Drachms = 3 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 10.8 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#247002 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Bust of Agrippina the Younger, draped, right; hair in a long plait behind, and in front, a triple row of curls
Script: Latin
Lettering: AGRIPPINA AVGVSTA CAESARIS AVG
Translation:
Agrippina Augusta Caesaris Augusti.
Empress (Augusta) Agrippina of Caesar Augustus.
Comment
Mass varies: 10.56–11.08 g;Diameter varies: 25–26.5 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Agrippina the Younger, who was a powerful and influential empress during the reign of her husband, Claudius, and later as a regent for her son, Nero. She was known for her intelligence, political savvy, and ruthless ambition, and was often depicted in art and literature as a symbol of female power and authority. The coin's design, which shows Agrippina standing next to Claudius, reflects her prominent role in Roman politics and society during this time period.
