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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Lucilla IVNONI LVCINAE; Juno
| Silver | 3.3 g | 18.7 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 | 3.3 g |
| Diameter | 18.7 mm |
| Thickness | 1.7 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#263450 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Juno, draped, seated left on low seat, holding flower in right hand and infant in left arm.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IVNONI LVCINAE
Translation:
Iunoni Lucinae.
To Juno, goddess of childbirth.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.04–3.43 g;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 wisdom and philosophical writings. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of Lucilla, the emperor's daughter, who was also known for her intelligence and political influence. The reverse side of the coin depicts Juno, the Roman goddess of marriage and childbirth, which suggests that the coin may have been minted to commemorate a significant event or milestone related to Lucilla or the imperial family.
