Aureus - Julia Domna MATRI CASTRORVM
| 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#269930 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Julia Domna, veiled, draped, standing left, sacrificing out of patera in right hand over altar and holding a box of incense in left hand; to left, two standards.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MATRI CASTRORVM
Translation:
Matri Castrorum.
Mother of the camps.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus - Julia Domna (MATRI CASTRORVM) coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Septimius Severus (193-211 AD), who was known for his extensive reforms and military campaigns. The coin's obverse features the image of Julia Domna, the empress and wife of Septimius Severus, with the title "MATRI CASTRORVM" meaning "Mother of the Camp" or "Mother of the Army." This title was given to her because of her support and influence on her husband's military campaigns. The coin's reverse features the image of a Roman soldier holding a spear and shield, with the inscription "AUREUS" meaning "golden." The coin was made of gold, which was a valuable and prestigious metal at the time, and was used as a symbol of wealth and power.