Dupondius - Julia Soaemias VENVS CAELESTIS S C; Venus
| Bronze | 9.2 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Elagabalus (Sextus Varius Avitus Basianus) (218-222) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 218-222 |
| Value | Dupondius (1⁄16) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 9.2 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#277096 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Venus, draped, standing left, holding apple in extended right hand and sceptre in left hand; in field, star.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VENVS CAELESTIS S C
Translation:
Venus Caelestis. Senatus Consultum.
Heavenly Venus. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius - Julia Soaemias coin features an image of Venus, the Roman goddess of love and beauty, on one side, and an image of Julia Soaemias, the mother of the Roman emperor Elagabalus, on the other side. This coin was minted during Elagabalus' reign (218-222 AD) and was likely used as a way to promote his mother's status and influence within the Roman Empire.