© Tanner Scott
© Tanner Scott
Æ 32 - Septimius Severus and Julia Domna Laodicea ad Mare
| Bronze | 16.4 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Laodicea ad Mare (Syria) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Empress | Julia Domna (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 197-198 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 16.4 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#200771 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Marsyas standing left, with wineskin over shoulder, and raising right hand.
Lettering: LAUS COLI METTOPOLI
Interesting fact
The coin features a unique reverse design that depicts Julia Domna, the wife of Septimius Severus, standing next to a statue of the goddess Athena. This is significant because it suggests that Julia Domna may have been associated with the cult of Athena, which was popular in the eastern provinces of the Roman Empire at the time. This could indicate that she played an important role in promoting the cult's beliefs and practices, or that she was seen as a patron of the arts and sciences, which were associated with Athena.
