© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Faustina the Elder CONCORDIA AVG; Concordia
| Silver | 3.3 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 139-141 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.3 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#260321 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Concordia, draped, standing left, head left, holding patera in extended right hand and double cornucopiae in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORDIA AVG
Translation:
Concordia Augusta.
Venerable harmony.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.1–3.78 g;Diameter varies: 16.25–18 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Faustina the Elder, who was a powerful Roman empress and wife of Emperor Antoninus Pius. She was known for her intelligence, political influence, and her efforts to promote peace and stability within the empire. The coin's design, which includes an image of Faustina and the goddess Concordia, reflects her role in promoting harmony and unity within the Roman Empire.
