Denarius - Sabina PVDICITIA; Pudicitia
| Silver | 3.2 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Hadrian (Publius Aelius Hadrianus) (117-138) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 130-133 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#256941 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pudicitia, veiled, seated left, arranging veil.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PVDICITIA
Translation:
Pudicitia.
Purity.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Denarius - Sabina coin features an image of the Roman goddess Pudicitia (also known as Pudicity) on the reverse side, which is an unusual representation for a Roman coin. Pudicitia was the goddess of modesty, chastity, and purity, and her depiction on the coin may suggest that the Roman Empire was emphasizing the importance of these virtues during the reign of Emperor Hadrian (117-138 AD), who issued the coin. This coin is a unique example of how ancient cultures used their currency as a means of promoting their values and beliefs.
