Denarius - Julia Domna (AEQVITAS II; Aequitas) (193-194) front Denarius - Julia Domna (AEQVITAS II; Aequitas) (193-194) back
Denarius - Julia Domna (AEQVITAS II; Aequitas) (193-194) photo
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Denarius - Julia Domna AEQVITAS II; Aequitas

 
Silver 2.6 g 17.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Empress
Julia Domna (193-211)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
193-194
Value
1 Denarius
Currency
Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215)
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.6 g
Diameter
17.5 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#269983
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Aequitas, draped, standing left, holding scales in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.

Script: Latin

Lettering: AEQVITAS II

Translation:
Aequitas Secunda.
Equity.

Comment

Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)

Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Denarius - Julia Domna (AEQVITAS II; Aequitas) coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Aequitas, who represents fairness and equality, on its reverse side. This is fitting, given that the coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Septimius Severus, who was known for his efforts to promote justice and equality throughout the empire.