Aureus - Julia Domna DIANA LVCIFERA; Diana
| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Empress | Julia Domna (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 196-211 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#269894 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Diana, crescent on neck, draped, standing left, holding transverse torch in both hands.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DIANA LVCIFERA
Translation:
Diana Lucifera.
Diana, the bringer of light.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus coin featuring Julia Domna is notable for its depiction of the Roman goddess Diana on the reverse side. Diana was an important deity in Roman mythology, associated with the hunt, wilderness, and childbirth. The coin's design featuring Diana highlights the significance of the goddess in Roman culture and underscores the importance of the Roman Empire's religious beliefs. Additionally, the coin's use of gold as a material symbolizes the wealth and power of the Roman Empire during this time period.
