As - Julia Domna VENVS VICTRIX S C; Venus
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Empress | Julia Domna (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 196-211 |
| Value | As = 1⁄16 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#270397 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Venus, naked to waist, standing left, holding helmet in extended right hand and palm sloped over left shoulder in left hand, resting left elbow on column;.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VENVS VICTRIX S C
Translation:
Venus Victrix. Senatus Consultum.
Venus Victorious. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Julia Domna coin was minted during a time of significant cultural and religious change in the Roman Empire. The image of Venus on the coin reflects the importance of the goddess in Roman culture and religion, and the inscription "VENVS VICTRIX S C" means "Venus, victorious and triumphant." This highlights the powerful symbolism of Venus as a representation of love, beauty, and fertility, and how she was seen as a protector and guarantor of the Roman state and its military victories.
