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Sestertius - Faustina the Younger MATRI CASTRORVM S C
| Bronze | 26.1 g | - |
| 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 | 26.1 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#264375 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Faustina, veiled, draped, standing left, sacrificing onto decorated and lighted altar from patera in right hand and holding incense-box in left hand; to left, three standards.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MATRI CASTRORVM S C
Translation:
Matri Castrorum. Senatus Consultum.
Mother of the camps. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 25.01–27.21 g;Example of this type:
Trustees of the British Museum
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Faustina the Younger, who was a powerful and influential empress during the Roman Empire. She was known for her intelligence, political savvy, and her efforts to promote the cult of the Roman state goddess, Venus. The coin's design, which includes the inscription "MATRI CASTRORVM S C" (meaning "Mother of the Camp"), highlights her role as a matriarchal figure and symbol of Roman power.
