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Æ27 - Julia Domna ΕΔΕCCAIΩΝ
| Bronze | 14 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Edessa (Roman province of Macedonia) |
|---|---|
| Empress | Julia Domna (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 193-217 |
| Currency | Denarius (49 BC to AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 14 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#306865 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Roma, holding Nike set on globe, seated left on cuirass, being crowned by the Tyche of Edessa, holding scepter, standing behind.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΕΔΕCCAIΩΝ
Translation: "Edessa" city.
Interesting fact
The Julia Domna coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Septimius Severus, who ruled the Roman Empire from 193 to 211 AD. Septimius Severus was known for his extensive reforms and military campaigns, and his reign marked a period of relative stability and prosperity for the empire. The coin's design, featuring Julia Domna on the obverse and a Roman eagle on the reverse, was a common motif during this period and reflected the imperial couple's efforts to promote their image and legitimacy.