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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Faustina the Younger CONSECRATIO
| Silver | 3 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 176-180 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#263430 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crescent and seven stars, one within it, and surrounded by six.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONSECRATIO
Translation: Consecration.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.6–3.47 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 Younger (CONSECRATIO) coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Pietas, who is depicted standing and holding a patera (a ritual offering dish) and a scepter. This image symbolizes Faustina's role as a divine ruler and her connection to the Roman state religion.
