Denarius - Faustina the Younger PVDICITIA; Pudicitia
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 145-161 |
| 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#260682 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pudicitia, veiled, draped, standing left, with right hand drawing out fold of robe in front of face and with left gathering up fold of skirt.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PVDICITIA
Translation:
Pudicitia.
Purity.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The coin's reverse side features the goddess Pudicitia (also known as Pudicitia-PVDICITIA), who is depicted standing, holding a mirror in her right hand and a scepter in her left. This image symbolizes the Roman Empire's commitment to upholding moral values and chastity, which was a key aspect of Faustina's reputation as a virtuous empress.
