Aureus - Julia Domna VENERI VICTR; Venus
| 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#269952 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Venus, naked to waist, standing right, holding apple in extended right hand and palm sloped over left shoulder in left hand, resting left elbow on column.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VENERI VICTR
Translation:
Veneri Victrici.
To Venus, the victorious.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus coin featuring Julia Domna is notable for its depiction of the goddess Venus on the reverse side. Venus was an important deity in Roman mythology, associated with love, beauty, and fertility. The coin's design was meant to emphasize Julia Domna's connection to the goddess and her role as a symbol of Roman prosperity and abundance. The coin's minting was likely intended to commemorate a significant event or achievement during Julia Domna's reign, such as a military victory or the construction of a public building.