As - Julia Domna HILARITAS S C; Hilaritas
| Bronze | 11.5 g | 27 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 | As = 1⁄16 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 11.5 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#274033 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hilaritas, draped, standing left, holding long palm in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: HILARITAS S C
Translation:
Hilaritas. Senatus Consultum.
Joy. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The coin features an image of Julia Domna, who was the wife of Roman Emperor Septimius Severus and the mother of Caracalla and Geta. She was known for her intelligence, political influence, and patronage of the arts, and is often depicted on coins with various symbols and attributes that reflect her role and accomplishments.
