Denarius - Julia Domna LIBERAL AVG; Liberalitas
| Silver | 2.5 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Empress | Julia Domna (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 193-196 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.5 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#270009 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Liberalitas, draped, seated left, holding abacus in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LIBERAL AVG
Translation:
Liberalitas Augusti.
The liberality of the emperor.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Julia Domna (LIBERAL AVG; Liberalitas) coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Septimius Severus (193-211 AD), and it features an image of his wife, Julia Domna, on the obverse (front side). Julia Domna was a powerful and influential empress who played a significant role in Roman politics during her husband's reign. She was known for her intelligence, beauty, and generosity, and was revered as a symbol of Roman virtues. The coin's reverse (back side) features the goddess Liberalitas, who represents the idea of liberality or generosity, which was a key virtue in Roman culture. The coin's design and imagery reflect the values and ideals of the Roman Empire during this time period.
