Dupondius - Julia Domna VENVS GENETRIX S C; Venus
| 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#274055 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Venus, draped, seated left, extending right hand and holding sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VENVS GENETRIX S C
Translation:
Venus Genetrix. Senatus Consultum.
Mother Venus. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius - Julia Domna (VENVS GENETRIX S C; Venus) coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Caracalla, who ruled the Roman Empire from 211 to 217 AD. The coin features an image of Venus, the Roman goddess of love and beauty, on the obverse (front side), while the reverse (back side) bears the inscription "VENVS GENETRIX S C" which means "Venus, mother of the gods." This coin was made of bronze and was used as a standard circulation coin during that time. It's interesting to note that the image of Venus on the coin was not just a random choice, but it was meant to symbolize the prosperity and abundance that the Roman Empire was experiencing during Caracalla's reign.