© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Lucilla PIETAS S C; Pietas
| Bronze | 23.7 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 | 23.7 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#264475 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Pietas, veiled, draped, standing left, dropping incense from right hand on lighted altar left and holding box in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PIETAS S C
Translation:
Pietas. Senatus Consultum.
Piety. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 20.36–28.55 g;Diameter varies: 30–31.72 mm;
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 an image of Lucilla, the daughter of Emperor Marcus Aurelius, on the obverse (front side), while the reverse (back side) bears an image of Pietas, the Roman goddess of duty and devotion, who is depicted offering a sacrifice. This coin was minted during a time when women were increasingly being featured on Roman coins, reflecting their growing influence in society.
