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Denarius - Julia Domna MONETA AVG; Moneta
| Silver | 2.7 g | 18 mm |
| 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 | 2.7 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#269987 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Moneta, draped, standing left, holding scales in extended right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MONETA AVG
Translation:
Moneta Augusti.
The mint of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Mass varies: 1.584–3.3 g;Diameter varies: 17.49–18.5 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Julia Domna coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Septimius Severus, who ruled the Roman Empire from 193 to 211 AD. The coin's obverse side features the image of Julia Domna, the emperor's wife, who was known for her intelligence, political influence, and beauty. She was a powerful woman in her time and played a significant role in Roman politics. The coin's reverse side features the goddess Moneta, who was the patron deity of money and currency. The coin's design was meant to symbolize the connection between the emperor's power and the wealth of the Roman Empire.
