© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
As - Julia Domna FECVNDITAS S C; Fecunditas
| Bronze | 8.2 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Empress | Julia Domna (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 193-196 |
| Value | As = 1⁄16 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 8.2 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#270332 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fecunditas, draped, seated right on low seat, holding a child in her arms; a second child stands before her.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FECVNDITAS S C
Translation:
Fecunditas. Senatus Consultum.
Fertility. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Example of this type:American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Julia Domna, who was a powerful and influential Roman empress, on the obverse (front side), while the reverse (back side) bears the image of Fecunditas, the Roman goddess of fertility and abundance. This coin was minted during her reign as empress, which lasted from 193 to 211 AD, and it highlights her association with fertility and prosperity.
