Denarius - Julia Maesa FECVNDITAS; Fecunditas
226 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Severus Alexander (Marcus Aurelius Severus Alexander) (222-235) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 226 |
| Value | Denarius (½) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279455 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fecunditas, draped, seated left, holding flower in right hand and sceptre in left hand; to either side, child.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FECVNDITAS
Translation:
Fecunditas.
Fertility.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Julia Maesa coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Elagabalus, who ruled the Roman Empire from 218 to 222 AD. Elagabalus was known for his controversial and unconventional reign, which included introducing Eastern religious practices to Rome and appointing his mother, Julia Maesa, as his co-ruler. The coin's design, which features Julia Maesa's image and the goddess Fecunditas, reflects the influence of Eastern culture and the emperor's efforts to promote his mother's status and power.
