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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Faustina the Younger FECVNDITAS; Fecunditas
| Silver | 3.3 g | 18.5 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 | 3.3 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#263355 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Fecunditas, draped, standing right, holding sceptre in right hand and infant in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FECVNDITAS
Translation:
Fecunditas.
Fertility.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.2–4.2 g;Diameter varies: 17–20 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 Faustina the Younger, who was a Roman empress and the wife of Emperor Marcus Aurelius. She was known for her beauty and her support of her husband's reign, and her image appeared on many coins during her lifetime. The coin's design also includes the inscription "FECVNDITAS," which means "fecundity" or "fertility," highlighting Faustina's role as a symbol of fertility and prosperity for the Roman Empire.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (161-175) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Denarius - Faustina the Younger (FECVNDITAS; Fecunditas) (161-175) coin.
