Denarius - Julia Mamaea CONCOBDIA; Concordia
Silver | - | - |
Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
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Emperor | Severus Alexander (Marcus Aurelius Severus Alexander) (222-235) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 225-235 |
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#279438 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Concordia, draped, standing left, sacrificing out of right hand at altar, holding double cornucopiae in left hand; in field, star.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCOBDIA
Translation:
Concordia.
Harmony.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Julia Mamaea coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Alexander Severus, who ruled the Roman Empire from 222 to 235 AD. The coin's obverse features the image of Julia Mamaea, the emperor's mother, who was a powerful and influential woman in her time. She was known for her intelligence, political savvy, and her efforts to promote peace and stability within the empire. The coin's reverse features the goddess Concordia, who represents harmony and unity, highlighting Julia Mamaea's efforts to promote peace and stability within the empire.