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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Faustina the Younger DIANA LVCIF S C; Diana
| Bronze | 22.5 g | 31.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 161-176 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 22.5 g |
| Diameter | 31.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#264344 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Diana, draped, standing front, head left, holding transverse lighted torch in both hands.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DIANA LVCIF S C
Translation:
Diana Lucifera. Senatus Consultum.
Diana, the bringer of light. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 18.75–27.43 g;Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a portrait of Faustina the Younger, who was a Roman empress and the wife of Emperor Marcus Aurelius. She was known for her beauty and her support of her husband's reign, and her image appeared on many coins during her lifetime. The coin's design also includes an image of the goddess Diana, who was revered by the Romans for her association with the hunt and the natural world. The combination of these two figures on the coin reflects the cultural and religious values of the Roman Empire during this time period.
