© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Faustina the Elder IVNONI REGINAE
| Silver | 3.2 g | 18 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 | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#260326 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Throne, ornamented and draped, in front below, peacock standing right with tail spread; on left, transverse sceptre leans against throne.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IVNONI REGINAE
Translation:
Iunoni Reginae.
To Queen Juno.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.773–3.5 g;Diameter varies: 16.5–19.2 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Faustina the Elder (IVNONI REGINAE) coin is that it features a unique reverse design that showcases the Roman Empire's religious practices. The coin's reverse side depicts a standing figure of the goddess Ceres, who was revered as the patron deity of agriculture and fertility. This design was a departure from the traditional Roman coinage designs that typically featured images of the emperor or other mythological figures. The inclusion of Ceres on the coin highlights the importance of agriculture and the Roman Empire's reliance on the goddess's blessings for a bountiful harvest.
