© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Crispina PVDICITIA S C; Pudicitia
| Bronze | 23.5 g | 31 mm |
| 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 |
| Weight | 23.5 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#266068 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Pudicitia, draped, seated left, resting left hand on breast.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PVDICITIA S C
Translation:
Pudicitia. Senatus Consultum.
Purity. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 20.72–25.41 g;Diameter varies: 30–31.5 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Sestertius coin featuring Crispina, also known as Pudicitia, is a rare example of a Roman coin that depicts a woman with a veil. This is significant because it suggests that Crispina was a virtuous and modest woman, as the veil was a symbol of modesty and chastity in ancient Roman culture. Additionally, the fact that she is depicted on a coin suggests that she was a person of great importance and influence during her time.
