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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Lucilla CONCORDIA; Concordia
| Silver | 3.2 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 164-180 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#263438 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Concordia, draped, seated left on low seat, holding patera in extended right hand and resting left elbow on statuette of Spes.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORDIA
Translation: Harmony.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.5–3.69 g;Diameter varies: 17.7–20 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Lucilla coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Marcus Aurelius (161-180 AD), who was known for his philosophical writings and his efforts to promote peace and harmony throughout the Roman Empire. The coin's obverse features the image of Lucilla, the emperor's daughter, who was known for her beauty and her role as a symbol of concordia, or harmony, within the empire. The coin's reverse features the goddess Concordia, who was the embodiment of harmony and unity in Roman mythology. The coin's design serves as a representation of the emperor's vision for a united and peaceful empire, and its silver content makes it a valuable and sought-after collector's item.
