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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Julia Domna VENERI GENETRICI; Venus
| Silver | 3 g | 18.5 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 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#269951 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Venus, draped, standing left, holding patera in extended right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VENERI GENETRICI
Translation:
Veneri Genetrici.
To mother Venus.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.39–3.33 g;Diameter varies: 18–18.94 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Julia Domna (VENERI GENETRICI; Venus) coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Septimius Severus (193-211 AD), who was known for his extensive reforms and military campaigns. The coin's design features a portrait of Julia Domna, the emperor's wife, on the obverse (front side), and an image of Venus, the Roman goddess of love and beauty, on the reverse (back side). The coin's silver content and weight of 3 grams were standard for denarii coins during this period.
