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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Julia Maesa PVDICITIA; Pudicitia
| Silver | 2.9 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Elagabalus (Sextus Varius Avitus Basianus) (218-222) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 218-222 |
| Value | Denarius (½) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.9 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#276936 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 76% |
Reverse
Pudicitia, draped, seated left, drawing veil over face with right hand and holding sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PVDICITIA
Translation:
Pudicitia.
Purity.
Comment
Mass varies: 1.454–3.92 g;Diameter varies: 17.76–21 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Julia Maesa coin features an image of Pudicitia, the Roman goddess of modesty and chastity, on its reverse side. This is significant because Julia Maesa, the empress who issued the coin, was known for her strong sense of moral values and her efforts to promote traditional Roman virtues. The inclusion of Pudicitia on the coin reflects Julia Maesa's commitment to promoting these values through her leadership.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (218-222) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Denarius - Julia Maesa (PVDICITIA; Pudicitia) (218-222) coin.
