Sestertius - Crispina FECVNDITAS S C; Fecunditas
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Commodus (Lucius Aurelius Commodus) (177-192) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 178-191 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#266065 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fecunditas, draped, standing right, holding sceptre in right hand and child in left arm.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FECVNDITAS S C
Translation:
Fecunditas. Senatus Consultum.
Fertility. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Fecunditas (Fecundity) symbol on the reverse side of the coin represents the fertility of the Roman Empire and its ability to produce children, which was an important aspect of Roman culture and society. The image of Fecunditas on the coin is depicted as a woman holding a child and a cornucopia, symbolizing abundance and prosperity. This symbol was used during the reign of Emperor Marcus Aurelius Commodus (180-192 AD) and was meant to promote the idea of a prosperous and growing empire.
