© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Faustina the Younger CONCORDIA; Concordia
| 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 | 145-161 |
| 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 |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#260661 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Concordia, draped, standing front, head right, with right hand gathering up fold of skirt and holding cornucopiae in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORDIA
Translation: Harmony.
Comment
Mass varies: 3–3.3 g;Diameter varies: 16.5–20 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 Concordia, the Roman goddess of harmony and unity, on the reverse side. This suggests that the coin was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was seeking to promote peace and stability within its territories.
