© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
Denarius - Lucilla VESTA; Vesta
| Silver | 2.7 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 | 2.7 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#263469 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Vesta, veiled, standing left next to a decorated and lighted altar, holding simpulum in right hand and torch in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VESTA
Comment
Mass varies: 2.303–3.01 g;Example of this type:
Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Lucilla coin features the goddess Vesta, who was the goddess of the hearth, home, and family in Roman mythology. She was considered one of the most important deities in ancient Rome, and her image appeared on many coins during the Roman Empire. The coin's design highlights the importance of Vesta in Roman culture and religion.
