Denarius - Faustina the Younger PVDICITIA; Pudicitia
| 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#263385 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pudicitia, draped, standing left, drawing veil over her head with right hand and holding robe in left hand.
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 Pudicity), who is depicted standing and holding a mirror, symbolizing the virtue of modesty and chastity. This image was chosen to promote the idea that Faustina the Younger, who was known for her beauty, was also a virtuous and modest empress.
