© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Julia Soaemias VENVS CAELESTIS; Venus
| Silver | 2.9 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Elagabalus (Sextus Varius Avitus Basianus) (218-222) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 218-222 |
| Value | Denarius (½) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.9 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#276910 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 82% |
Reverse
Venus, diademed, draped, seated left, holding apple in extended right hand and sceptre in left hand; at feet, child.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VENVS CAELESTIS
Translation:
Venus Caelestis.
Heavenly Venus.
Comment
Mass varies: 1.72–3.85 g;Diameter varies: 16.5–20.8 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Venus image on the coin was a symbol of love, beauty, and fertility in Roman culture. It's fascinating to think that this coin was used in everyday transactions and could have been handled by people from all walks of life in ancient Rome.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (218-222) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Denarius - Julia Soaemias (VENVS CAELESTIS; Venus) (218-222) coin.
