© Münzsammlung des Seminars für Alte Geschichte, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 DE)
© Münzsammlung des Seminars für Alte Geschichte, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 DE)
Denarius - Faustina the Elder AETERNITAS
141 year| Silver | 3 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 141 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#260360 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Star.
Script: Latin
Lettering: AETERNITAS
Translation: Eternity.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.87–3.17 g;Diameter varies: 18–19 mm;
Example of this type:
Münzsammlung des Seminars für Alte Geschichte, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Faustina the Elder (AETERNITAS) (141) coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Aeternitas, who represents eternity, on its reverse side. This is significant because it highlights the Roman Empire's emphasis on the idea of eternity and the belief that the empire would last forever. The coin's design also includes the inscription "AETERNITAS," which further reinforces this theme. This coin is a tangible representation of the Roman Empire's values and beliefs, and it provides a unique glimpse into the culture and ideals of ancient Rome.
