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© Staatliche Münzsammlung München (CC BY-NC-SA 4.0 DE)
Aureus - Septimius Severus, Julia Domna, Caracalla, and Geta FELICITAS SAECVLI
202 year| Gold | 7 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 202 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#269307 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bust of Julia Domna, draped, facing front, between bust of Caracalla, laureate, draped, on left and bust of Geta, bare-headed, draped, on right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FELICITAS SAECVLI
Translation:
Felicitas Saeculi.
Fortune of the ages.
Comment
Mass varies: 6.95–7.13 g;Diameter varies: 18–20.2 mm;
Example of this type:
Staatliche Münzsammlung München
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman empress Julia Domna, who was known for her intelligence, political influence, and beauty. She was a powerful advisor to her husband, Septimius Severus, and played a significant role in shaping the Roman Empire's policies during her time. The coin's design, which includes an image of Julia Domna alongside her husband and sons, Caracalla and Geta, serves as a testament to her importance in Roman history.
