Denarius - Faustina the Younger LAETITIA PVB; Laetitia
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 161-176 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#263381 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Laetitia, draped, standing left, holding globe in extended right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LAETITIA PVB
Translation:
Laetitia Publica.
Joy of the public.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius coin featuring Faustina the Younger was issued during a time of significant cultural and religious change in the Roman Empire. The coin's reverse side features the goddess Laetitia, who was a personification of happiness and prosperity, reflecting the Roman people's desire for a return to peace and stability after a period of conflict and political upheaval.
