© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Faustina the Younger VENVS; Venus
| Silver | 3.2 g | 17 mm |
| 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 |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#263410 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Venus, draped, standing left, holding dove in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VENVS
Comment
Mass varies: 3.081–3.35 g;Diameter varies: 16–17.5 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Faustina the Younger (VENVS; Venus) coin is that it features a depiction of the Roman goddess Venus on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Faustina the Younger's husband, Emperor Marcus Aurelius. This coin was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was at the height of its power and influence, and the image of Venus was seen as a symbol of the empire's prosperity and good fortune.
