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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Julia Domna MATER DEVM; Cybele
| Silver | 3.3 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Empress | Julia Domna (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 196-211 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.3 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#269925 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Cybele, towered, draped, seated left on throne, holding branch in extended right hand and sceptre in left hand, resting left arm on drum set on left knee; to either side of throne, lion.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MATER DEVM
Translation:
Mater Deum.
Mother of the gods.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.52–3.89 g;Diameter varies: 18–20.5 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Julia Domna (MATER DEVM; Cybele) coin features an image of Julia Domna, the wife of Roman Emperor Septimius Severus, on the obverse (front side), while the reverse (back side) depicts Cybele, a goddess from ancient Roman mythology. This coin was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was transitioning from a republic to an empire, and it's interesting to note that Julia Domna was one of the most powerful women in Roman history, playing a significant role in the political and military affairs of the empire during her husband's reign.
