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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Julia Paula CONCORDIA AVGG; Concordia
| Silver | 2.8 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Elagabalus (Sextus Varius Avitus Basianus) (218-222) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 219-220 |
| Value | Denarius (½) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.8 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#276881 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Concordia, draped, seated left, holding patera in extended right hand and double cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORDIA AVGG
Translation:
Concordia Duorum Augusti.
Harmony of the two emperors.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.37–3.28 g;Diameter varies: 18.3–20 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Julia Paula coin features an image of the Roman goddess Concordia on the reverse side, which represents harmony and unity. This symbolism was particularly significant during the reign of Emperor Septimius Severus, who issued the coin, as he sought to promote unity and stability throughout the empire.
