© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Claudius and Agrippina the Younger AGRIPPINAE AVGVSTAE
| Silver | 3.5 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Claudius (Tiberius Claudius Drusus) (41-54) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 50-54 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#246966 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bust of Agrippina the Younger, draped, right, wearing a crown of corn-ears; hair in a long plait behind
Script: Latin
Lettering: AGRIPPINAE AVGVSTAE
Translation:
Agrippinae Augustae.
To empress (Augusta) Agrippina.
Comment
Mass varies: 1.93–5.58 g;Diameter varies: 17.5–20 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 the mother of the emperor Nero and a powerful figure in her own right. She was known for her intelligence, political savvy, and ruthless ambition, and was often depicted on coins alongside her son. This coin is a rare example of a coin that features Agrippina alone, without Nero, highlighting her importance and influence during her time as empress.
