Quinarius Aureus - Lucilla PIETAS; Pietas
| Gold | - | - |
| 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 Gold Quinarius = 12½ Denarii (25⁄2) |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#263456 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
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
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Quinarius Aureus - Lucilla (PIETAS; Pietas) coin was issued 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 design features the goddess Pietas (or Piousness) on the obverse, and an eagle on the reverse, symbolizing the power and strength of the Roman Empire. The use of gold for this coin was a deliberate choice, as it represented the wealth and prosperity of the empire.