© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Faustina the Younger DIANA LVCIF; Diana
| Silver | 3.2 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 161-175 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#263352 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Diana, draped, standing left, holding long lighted torch in both hands across body.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DIANA LVCIF
Translation:
Diana Lucifera.
Diana, the bringer of light.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.91–3.43 g;Diameter varies: 16.5–18 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 the Roman goddess Diana, which was a common motif on coins during the reign of Faustina the Younger. Diana was the goddess of the hunt, nature, and fertility, and was often depicted on coins with a bow and arrow, as seen on this denarius. The use of Diana's image on coins was a way for the Roman Empire to promote its cultural and religious values, and to reinforce the idea of the emperor's divine authority.
