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Roman Empire
LUCILLA
wife of L. Verus
161-169 AD
Byzantion Mint
This bronze AE27 coin, minted at Byzantion (modern-day Istanbul) between AD 164 and 169, honors Lucilla, daughter of Emperor Marcus Aurelius and wife of co-emperor Lucius Verus. Struck during the height of the Antonine dynasty, this provincial issue reflects both imperial prestige and regional civic identity.
Lucilla held the title of Augusta from her marriage in AD 164 until Verus’s death in AD 169. Coins bearing her image were issued across the empire, including in eastern cities like Byzantion, which maintained strong ties to Rome while preserving local minting traditions. The obverse typically features a right-facing bust of Lucilla, draped and often wearing a diadem, with inscriptions honoring her status.
Weighing approximately 10.67 grams, this coin is part of the broader provincial bronze series that circulated in Asia Minor. Unlisted in Sear GIC, it aligns stylistically with other Lucilla issues from the region and era. Its substantial size, clear portraiture, and historical context make it a compelling piece for collectors of Roman imperial women, eastern mints, and Antonine-era provincial coinage.
AE27 ~10.67 gm
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