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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Julia Mamaea IVNO AVGVSTAE; Juno
| Silver | 3.1 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 | 3.1 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279410 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Juno, draped, seated left, holding flower in right hand and swathed infant (?) in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IVNO AVGVSTAE
Translation:
Iuno Augustae.
To Juno, the venerable.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.59–3.99 g;Diameter varies: 18.5–20.5 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Julia Mamaea coin features an image of Juno, the Roman goddess of marriage and childbirth, on the reverse side. This is significant because Julia Mamaea, the empress who issued the coin, was known for her strong devotion to the Roman gods and goddesses, and the coin's design reflects her efforts to promote the Roman pantheon. Additionally, the coin's silver content and weight of 3.1 grams make it a valuable and collectible piece of ancient Roman currency.
