© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Faustina the Younger VESTA; Vesta
| Silver | 3.3 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 | 3.3 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#263417 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Vesta, veiled, seated left on low seat, holding palladium in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VESTA
Comment
Mass varies: 2.96–3.51 g;Diameter varies: 16–18 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Vesta, the Roman goddess of the hearth and home, on the reverse side. This is significant because Vesta was an important deity in ancient Roman religion and culture, and her association with the home and family made her a symbol of stability and continuity. The inclusion of her image on the coin suggests that the Roman Empire wanted to emphasize these values and ideals in their currency.
