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Denarius - Magnia Urbica VENVS GENETRIX; Venus
| Silver | 2.2 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Empress | Magnia Urbica (282-284) |
| Emperor | Carinus (Marcus Aurelius Carinus) (283-285) Numerian (Marcus Aurelius Numerius Numerianus) (283-284) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 283-285 |
| Value | Denarius (½) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.2 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#298405 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Venus, draped, standing left, holding apple in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VENVS GENETRIX
Translation:
Venus Genetrix.
Mother Venus.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Venus image on this coin was a symbol of the Roman Empire's wealth and prosperity. Venus, the Roman goddess of love and beauty, was often depicted on coins during this time period, as she was believed to bring good fortune and prosperity to the empire. The inclusion of the goddess on this coin may have been a way to promote the idea that the Roman Empire was a powerful and prosperous entity, and that its wealth and success were due in part to the blessings of the gods.
