Denarius - Julia Domna (PIETAS PVBLICA; Pietas) (196-202) front Denarius - Julia Domna (PIETAS PVBLICA; Pietas) (196-202) back
Denarius - Julia Domna (PIETAS PVBLICA; Pietas) (196-202) photo
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)

Denarius - Julia Domna PIETAS PVBLICA; Pietas

 
Silver 3.1 g 19 mm
Description
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
3.1 g
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#270028
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Pietas, veiled, draped, standing left at altar, raising up both hands.

Script: Latin

Lettering: PIETAS PVBLICA

Translation:
Pietas Publica.
Piety of the public.

Comment

Mass varies: 2.799–3.4 g;
Diameter varies: 18–19.9 mm;

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 coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Pietas, which represents the idea of duty, loyalty, and devotion to the state and family. This coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Septimius Severus, who was known for his efforts to restore the Roman Empire's economy and military power. The coin's design was meant to promote the values of Roman tradition and to emphasize the importance of loyalty and duty to the state.