Antoninianus - Julia Domna VENERI GENETRICI; Venus
| Silver | 4.9 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Caracalla (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Caracalla) (198-217) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 211-217 |
| Value | 1 Antoninianus |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.9 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#273672 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Venus, draped, standing left, extending right hand and holding sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VENERI GENETRICI
Translation:
Veneri Genetrici.
To mother Venus.
Comment
Mass varies: 4.847–5 g;Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Julia Domna (VENERI GENETRICI; Venus) was minted during a time of economic turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin's silver content was reduced to 4.9 grams, which was a significant decrease from the standard 5.4 grams of previous issues. This decrease in silver content was likely a result of the empire's financial struggles and its attempts to reduce the cost of producing coins. Despite this reduction, the coin still maintained its value and remained a widely used denomination during the reign of Emperor Caracalla.
