Denarius - Septimius Severus IVNO AVGVSTAE; Juno
| Silver | 2.6 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 202-210 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.6 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#269483 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Juno, draped, seated left, holding flower in right hand and child in left arm.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IVNO AVGVSTAE
Translation:
Iuno Augustae.
To Juno, the venerable.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Septimius Severus (IVNO AVGVSTAE; Juno) coin features an image of the Roman goddess Juno on the reverse side, which is unusual for a Roman coin. Typically, Roman coins featured images of the emperor or other male figures. The inclusion of Juno on this coin may indicate that Septimius Severus, the emperor at the time, had a particular devotion to the goddess or wanted to promote her cult. This coin provides a unique insight into the religious practices and beliefs of the Roman Empire during the 3rd century AD.