Quinarius Aureus - Plotina VESTA; Vesta
| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Trajan (Marcus Ulpius Traianus) (98-117) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 98-117 |
| 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#253717 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Vesta seated left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VESTA
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Quinarius Aureus - Plotina coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Trajan (98-117 AD) and features the goddess Vesta on the reverse side. Vesta was the Roman goddess of the hearth, home, and family, and was considered one of the most important deities in Roman religion. The coin's design was meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's prosperity and stability, which was attributed to the goddess's protection.