Dupondius - Julia Domna IVNO REGINA S C; Juno
| Bronze | 13.2 g | 25.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Empress | Julia Domna (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 193-196 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 13.2 g |
| Diameter | 25.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#270335 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Juno, draped, standing left, holding patera in extended right hand and sceptre in left hand; at feet, left, peacock.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IVNO REGINA S C
Translation:
Iunoni Reginae. Senatus Consultum.
To Queen Juno. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius - Julia Domna coin features an image of the Roman goddess Juno on the reverse side, which is unusual for a Roman coin. Most Roman coins from this period featured images of the emperor or other male figures. The inclusion of Juno on this coin may indicate that Julia Domna, the empress who commissioned the coin, had a particular devotion to the goddess or wanted to promote the cult of Juno. This coin provides a unique insight into the religious and cultural practices of the Roman Empire during the 2nd century AD.