Denarius - Sabina IVNONI REGINAE; Juno
| Silver | 3.2 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Hadrian (Publius Aelius Hadrianus) (117-138) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 133-135 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#256976 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Juno standing left, holding patera and sceptre.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IVNONI REGINAE
Translation:
Iunoni Reginae.
To Queen Juno.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Sabina coin is that it features an image of Juno, the Roman goddess of marriage and childbirth, on the reverse side, which was a common practice during the reign of Emperor Hadrian, who was known for promoting the cult of the Roman gods.
