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Æ24 - Julia Domna MAPKIANOΠOΛITΩN; Marcianopolis
| Bronze | 9 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Marcianopolis (Moesia Inferior) |
|---|---|
| Empress | Julia Domna (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 193-217 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 9 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#307436 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
The three Graces standing facing, two looking to left and one to right, placing their arms around each other's shoulders, the ones on left and right also each emptying a cup with her other hand.
Script: Greek
Lettering: MAPKIANOΠOΛITΩN
Translation: [of] Marcianopolis.
Interesting fact
The coin features Julia Domna, who was a powerful Roman empress and the wife of Emperor Septimius Severus. She was known for her intelligence, political influence, and her efforts to promote the cult of the Roman gods. The coin's inscription, "MAPKIANOΠOΛITΩN," is a title that means "Mother of the Camp," which was a title given to her in recognition of her support for the Roman army.
