Denarius - Lucilla FECVNDITAS AVGVSTA; Fecunditas
| Silver | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#263448 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fecunditas, draped, standing left, holding patera in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FECVNDITAS AVGVSTA
Translation:
Fecunditas Augustae.
Imperial fertility.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Fecunditas (Fecundity) coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Marcus Aurelius (161-180 AD) and features a depiction of Lucilla, the emperor's daughter, on the obverse (front side). The reverse (back side) of the coin features the goddess Fecunditas, who is shown holding a scepter and a child, symbolizing the fertility and prosperity of the Roman Empire. This coin was part of a series of coins issued by Marcus Aurelius to promote the values of family, fertility, and prosperity, and it is considered a rare and valuable collector's item today.
