Dupondius - Julia Domna IVNO S C; Juno
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Caracalla (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Caracalla) (198-217) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 211-217 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#274036 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Juno, veiled, draped, standing left, holding patera in extended right hand and sceptre in left hand; at feet, left, peacock.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IVNO S C
Translation:
Iuno. Senatus Consultum.
Juno. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius - Julia Domna (IVNO S C; Juno) coin features an image of the Roman goddess Juno on the reverse side, which is unusual for a Roman coin. Most Roman coins of this era 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 special 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 3rd century AD.