© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Faustina the Elder IVNONI REGINAE
| Silver | 2.9 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 | 2.9 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#260327 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
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: 2.7–3.13 g;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 goddess of wisdom, Minerva, on the obverse (front side), while the reverse (back side) bears an image of a Roman warship, known as a trireme. This design combination symbolizes the fusion of wisdom and military power, highlighting the importance of both in Roman culture and governance.
