Sestertius - Julia Domna CERES S C
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Empress | Julia Domna (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 196-211 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ 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#270341 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Tetrastyle temple, with door in centre, and statue on roof.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CERES S C
Translation:
Ceres. Senatus Consultum.
Ceres. Decree of the Senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Sestertius coin featuring Julia Domna (CERES S C) was minted during a time of economic reform in the Roman Empire. The coin's design, which includes the image of Ceres, the goddess of agriculture, and the legend "CERES S C" (Ceres, sacred), reflects the empire's efforts to promote agriculture and stability during this period.