As - Julia Mamaea VENERI FELICI S C; Venus and Cupid
| Bronze | 8.5 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Severus Alexander (Marcus Aurelius Severus Alexander) (222-235) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 222-235 |
| Value | As (1⁄32) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 8.5 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279886 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Venus, draped, standing left, holding sceptre in right hand and Cupid in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VENERI FELICI S C
Translation:
Veneri Felici. Senatus Consultum.
To Venus, the happy. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Venus and Cupid, which was a common motif in Roman art and symbolized love and fertility.