Denarius - Lucilla SALVS; Salus
| 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#263462 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Salus, draped, seated left on low seat, feeding from patera in right hand snake coiled round altar.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SALVS
Translation:
Salus.
Health.
Comment
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 the image of Lucilla, the emperor's daughter, who was revered as a symbol of Salus, or safety and well-being. The coin's reverse side depicts a personification of Salus, holding a snake and a patera, which were symbols of healing and protection. This coin is a rare and valuable example of Roman numismatics and is highly sought after by collectors.
