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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Julia Domna HILARITAS; Hilaritas
| Silver | 3.2 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Empress | Julia Domna (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 196-202 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#270024 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Hilaritas, draped, standing left, holding long palm in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: HILARITAS
Translation:
Hilaritas.
Joy.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.01–3.531 g;Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Hilaritas (Hilarity) reverse on this coin is a unique feature that sets it apart from other coins of the same era. It depicts a smiling female figure, believed to be a personification of the concept of hilarity or cheerfulness, which was a virtue highly valued in Roman culture. The inclusion of this reverse on the coin may have been a way to promote the idea of happiness and positivity during a time of political and social upheaval in the Roman Empire.
