As - Julia Domna VESTA S C; Vesta
| Bronze | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#274063 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Vesta, draped, seated left, holding simpulum in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VESTA S C
Translation:
Vesta. Senatus Consultum.
Vesta. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Julia Domna coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Caracalla, who was known for his extensive reforms and military campaigns. One of his most notable achievements was the Edict of Caracalla, which granted Roman citizenship to all free inhabitants of the empire, effectively doubling the number of citizens. This coin is a tangible representation of that era and the powerful woman who was a prominent figure during that time.
