Denarius - Julia Domna, Septimius Severus, and Caracalla AETERNIT IMPERI
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) Caracalla (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Caracalla) (198-217) |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#269883 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Busts of Septimius Severus and Caracalla, both laureate, facing one another.
Script: Latin
Lettering: AETERNIT IMPERI
Translation:
Aeternitas Imperii.
The eternity of the Roman Empire.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius coin , which features Julia Domna, Septimius Severus, and Caracalla, is notable for its depiction of the three individuals in a triple-portrait format. This was a common design feature on Roman coins during this period, known as the "tetrarchy," where four rulers were depicted together to symbolize the unity and stability of the Roman Empire. The use of silver in the coin's minting also signifies the value and wealth of the Roman Empire during this time.