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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Julia Paula CONCORDIA; Concordia
| Silver | 3 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 | 3 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#276876 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Concordia, draped, seated left, holding patera in extended right hand; in field, star.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORDIA
Translation: Harmony.
Comment
Mass varies: 1.43–3.8 g;Diameter varies: 17.95–20 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 symbolizes harmony and unity. This is significant because it was issued during a time of political turmoil and conflict in the Roman Empire, and the image of Concordia was meant to promote unity and stability among the Roman people.
