Denarius - Julia Mamaea (LIBERALITAS AVG IIII; Liberalitas) (222-235) front Denarius - Julia Mamaea (LIBERALITAS AVG IIII; Liberalitas) (222-235) back
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Denarius - Julia Mamaea LIBERALITAS AVG IIII; Liberalitas

 
Silver 2.4 g -
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Severus Alexander (Marcus Aurelius Severus Alexander) (222-235)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
222-235
Value
Denarius (½)
Currency
Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301)
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.4 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#279445
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Liberalitas, draped, standing left, holding abacus in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.

Script: Latin

Lettering: LIBERALITAS AVG IIII

Translation:
Liberatlitas Augusti Quarta.
Fourth liberality of the emperor (Augustus).

Comment

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 Liberalitas, who represents liberality, generosity, and freedom. The coin's design was meant to promote the idea of the Roman Empire's generosity and abundance, and it's a unique representation of the empire's values during that time.