Denarius - Faustina the Younger AVGVSTI PII FIL
| Silver | 3.2 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 145-161 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#260656 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Woman, standing front, raising right hand and holding bird.
Script: Latin
Lettering: AVGVSTI PII FIL
Translation:
Augusti Pii Filius
Son of emperor (Augustus) [Antoninus] Pius.
Comment
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 Younger, who was a powerful and influential empress during the Roman Empire. She was known for her intelligence, political savvy, and her efforts to promote the cult of the Roman gods. The coin's design, which includes her image and the title "AVGVSTI PII FIL" (meaning "daughter of the Augusti"), reflects her importance and status within the empire.
