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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Lucilla IVNONI LVCINAE S C; Juno
| Bronze | 24.6 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 164-169 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 24.6 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#264467 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Juno, draped, seated left on throne, raising up a flower in right hand and holding infant in lap.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IVNONI LVCINAE S C
Translation:
Iunoni Lucinae. Senatus Consultum.
To Juno, goddess of childbirth. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 19.91–31.12 g;Diameter varies: 29.5–32 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Sestertius - Lucilla coin features an image of Juno, the Roman goddess of marriage and childbirth, on the reverse side. This is significant because Lucilla, the empress who issued the coin, was known for her strong support of women's rights and her efforts to promote the cult of Juno. The coin's design may have been intended to highlight Lucilla's association with the goddess and her efforts to promote women's empowerment.
