Denarius - Septimius Severus and Julia Domna CONCORDIAE AETERNAE
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 201-202 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#269856 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Busts of Septimius, radiate, draped, and of Julia Domna, on cresent, jugate, right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORDIAE AETERNAE
Translation:
Concordiae Aeternae.
To eternal harmony.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Julia Domna, who was the wife of Septimius Severus and the mother of Caracalla. She was known for her intelligence, political influence, and her efforts to promote the cult of the Roman empress. The coin's inscription, "CONCORDIAE AETERNAE," translates to "eternal harmony," which suggests that the coin was issued to promote unity and stability within the Roman Empire during a time of political upheaval.
