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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Julia Mamaea FECVND AVGVSTAE; Fecunditas
| Silver | 2.8 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| Weight | 2.8 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279399 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fecunditas, draped, standing left, holding right hand over child and holding cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FECVND AVGVSTAE
Translation:
Fecunditas Augustae.
Imperial fertility.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.14–3.772 g;Diameter varies: 18–20.12 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Julia Mamaea coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Fecunditas, who represents fertility and abundance, on its reverse side. This is significant because it highlights the importance of fertility and prosperity in Roman culture during the time of Julia Mamaea's reign.
