Denarius - Julia Paula PIETAS; Pietas
| Silver | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#276886 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pietas, draped, standing left, raising right hand and holding incense-box in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PIETAS
Translation:
Pietas.
Piety.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Julia Paula coin features an image of Pietas, the Roman goddess of piety and devotion, on its reverse side. This image was chosen to emphasize the importance of family values and devotion to the state, which were core values of the Roman Empire during the reign of Emperor Septimius Severus. The coin's design was meant to promote these values and serve as a reminder to the people of Rome of the importance of their duties and responsibilities to the state and their families.