Quinarius - Julia Maesa FECVNDITAS AVG; Fecunditas
| Silver | 3 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 | Silver Quinarius (¼) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#276918 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fecunditas, draped, seated left, extenidng her right hand to a child and holding cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FECVNDITAS AVG
Translation:
Fecunditas Augustae.
Imperial fertility.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.7–3.34 g;Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Quinarius coin featuring Julia Maesa, which was minted during the reign of Emperor Elagabalus (218-222 AD), is notable for its depiction of the Roman goddess Fecunditas (Fecundity) on the reverse side. Fecunditas was a personification of fertility and abundance, and her image on the coin was meant to symbolize the prosperity and wealth of the Roman Empire. The coin's design was significant because it marked a departure from the traditional Roman coinage that featured images of gods and goddesses, and instead highlighted the importance of the imperial family and their role in ensuring the empire's prosperity.