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As - Julia Domna VESTA MATER S C
| Bronze | 9.64 g | 25.5 mm |
| 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 |
| Weight | 9.64 g |
| Diameter | 25.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#270405 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Six Vestals, sacrificing in front of the temple of Vesta.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VESTA MATER S C
Translation:
Vesta Mater. Senatus Consultum.
Mother Vesta. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The coin features Julia Domna, who was the wife of the Roman Emperor Septimius Severus and the mother of Caracalla and Geta. She was known for her intelligence, political influence, and patronage of the arts. In fact, she was one of the most powerful women in the Roman Empire during her time, and her image appeared on many coins, including this one.
