Obverse © RonM (CC BY-NC)
Obverse © RonM (CC BY-NC)
Denarius - Julia Domna VICTOR IVST AV; Victory
| Silver | 3.1 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Empress | Julia Domna (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 193-196 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.1 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#270019 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, seated left, holding wreath in extended right hand and palm sloped over left shoulder in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTOR IVST AV
Translation:
Victoria Iusta Augusti.
The just victory of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Mass varies: 2.94–3.3 g;Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Julia Domna coin features an image of the Roman goddess Victory (Victoria) on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during this period. The image of Victory was meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's military prowess and dominance over its territories. The use of the Latin phrase "VICTOR IVST AV" (Victory of Justice) on the coin's obverse side further reinforces this message, suggesting that the Roman Empire's military successes were not only a result of its military might, but also its commitment to justice and righteousness.
