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Aureus - Septimius Severus and Julia Domna IVLIA AVGVSTA
| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 200-201 |
| 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#269266 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bust of Julia Domna, draped, right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IVLIA AVGVSTA
Translation:
Iulia Augusta.
Julia [Flavia] the venerable.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus coin featuring Septimius Severus and Julia Domna (IVLIA AVGVSTA) was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. Septimius Severus was the first African-born Roman emperor and ruled from 193 to 211 AD. He was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to restore the empire's strength and stability after a period of civil war. Julia Domna, his wife, was a powerful and influential empress who played a significant role in Roman politics during her husband's reign. Despite the challenges they faced, their coinage, such as the Aureus, remains a testament to the enduring legacy of the Roman Empire.
