Denarius - Julia Domna VENVS CAELESTIS; Venus
| Silver | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#269980 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Venus, draped, standing left, holding apple in extended right hand and sceptre in left hand; in field, star.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VENVS CAELESTIS
Translation:
Venus Caelestis.
Heavenly Venus.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Julia Domna (VENVS CAELESTIS; 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 intricate design made it a valuable and highly sought-after collector's item, not only during the Roman Empire but also in modern times.