© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Lucilla PIETAS; Pietas
| Silver | 3.3 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 | 3.3 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#263455 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Pietas, veiled, draped, standing left, raising right hand above lighted altar left and holding perfume box in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PIETAS
Translation: Piety.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.8529–3.6 g;Diameter varies: 17.55–18 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Lucilla (PIETAS; Pietas) coin is that it features a unique reverse design that showcases the Roman goddess Pietas, who is depicted standing and offering a sacrifice, symbolizing the piety and devotion of the Roman people. This design was a departure from the traditional Roman coinage designs that typically featured images of emperors or gods, and it highlights the importance of religious and cultural values in Roman society during that time.
