Quinarius - Julia Mamaea FECVND AVGVSTAE; Fecunditas
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Severus Alexander (Marcus Aurelius Severus Alexander) (222-235) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 225-235 |
| Value | Silver Quinarius (¼) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279401 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fecunditas, draped, seated left, extending right hand over child reaching up and resting left arm on seat.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FECVND AVGVSTAE
Translation:
Fecunditas Augustae.
Imperial fertility.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Quinarius - Julia Mamaea coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Alexander Severus, who ruled the Roman Empire from 222 to 235 AD. The coin's obverse features the image of Julia Mamaea, the emperor's mother, who was known for her beauty and intelligence. The reverse of the coin depicts the goddess Fecunditas, who represents fertility and prosperity, which was an important aspect of Roman culture. The coin's design was meant to promote the idea of a prosperous and fertile Roman Empire under the rule of Alexander Severus and his family.