© Museu de Prehistòria de València
© Museu de Prehistòria de València
Denarius - Lucilla FECVNDITAS; Fecunditas
| Silver | 3 g | 18 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 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#263445 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fecunditas, draped, seated right on low seat, holding a child on her lap; to right at feet, a child.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FECVNDITAS
Translation:
Fecunditas.
Fertility.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.53–3.56 g;Example of this type:
Museu de Prehistòria de València
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Fecunditas (FECVNDITAS) depiction on the coin symbolizes fertility and abundance, which was an important aspect of Roman culture and society during the reign of Emperor Marcus Aurelius (161-180 AD). The image of Fecunditas on the coin was meant to convey the idea of prosperity and growth, reflecting the Roman Empire's values and aspirations at the time.
