© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Lucilla IVNONI LVCINAE; Juno
| Silver | 3.2 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 | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#263451 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Juno, veiled, draped, standing left, raising right hand and holding infant in left arm.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IVNONI LVCINAE
Translation:
Iunoni Lucinae.
To Juno, goddess of childbirth.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.089–3.65 g;Diameter varies: 17.5–19 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 stability throughout the Roman Empire. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of Lucilla, the emperor's daughter, who was known for her beauty and her influence on her father's policies. The reverse side of the coin depicts Juno, the Roman goddess of marriage and childbirth, who was revered as a protector of the Roman state and its leaders. The coin's design reflects the cultural and political values of the Roman Empire during this time period, and its minting process and materials were carefully regulated to ensure its authenticity and value.
