Denarius - Faustina the Younger MATRI MAGNAE; Cybele
| 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#263383 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cybele, towered, draped, seated left on throne between two lions, holding drum in left hand on lap.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MATRI MAGNAE
Translation:
Matri Magnae.
To the great mother.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Cybele, a goddess from ancient Roman mythology, on the reverse side. Cybele was associated with fertility, agriculture, and the protection of cities, and her image on the coin may have been intended to convey the idea of the Roman Empire's power and prosperity.
