Sestertius - Faustina the Elder AVGVSTA S C; Ceres
141 year| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 141 |
| 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#261510 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Ceres, standing left, raising right hand and holding torch.
Script: Latin
Lettering: AVGVSTA S C
Translation:
Augusta. Senatus Consultum.
Empress by decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Sestertius coin featuring Faustina the Elder is that it was minted during her reign as empress, which lasted from 138 to 140 AD. Despite her relatively short time as empress, Faustina the Elder was known for her influence on her husband, Emperor Antoninus Pius, and her efforts to promote the cult of the Roman state goddess, Ceres, who is depicted on the reverse side of the coin.
