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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Julia Domna IVNO REGINA S C; Juno
| Bronze | 22.8 g | 28.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Empress | Julia Domna (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 193-196 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 22.8 g |
| Diameter | 28.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#270328 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Juno, draped, standing left, holding patera in extended right hand and sceptre in left hand; at feet, left, peacock.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IVNO REGINA S C
Translation:
Iunoni Reginae. Senatus Consultum.
To Queen Juno. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 20.92–23.91 g;Diameter varies: 27.91–29 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Sestertius coin featuring Julia Domna, the wife of Roman Emperor Septimius Severus, is notable for its depiction of the Roman goddess Juno on the reverse side. Juno was the goddess of marriage and childbirth, and her presence on the coin may have been intended to highlight Julia Domna's role as a matriarch and supportive partner to the emperor.
