© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Julia Domna MAT AVGG MAT SEN M PATR S C
| Bronze | 23.4 g | 31.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Caracalla (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Caracalla) (198-217) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 211-217 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 23.4 g |
| Diameter | 31.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#274020 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Julia Domna, draped, seated left on throne, holding branch in extended right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MAT AVGG MAT SEN M PATR S C
Translation:
Mater Augustorum, Mater Senatus, Mater Patriae. Senatus Consultum.
Mother of the emperors (Augusti), mother of the senate, mother of the nation. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 20.79–25.05 g;Diameter varies: 30–33 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that Julia Domna, the empress depicted on the coin, was known for her intelligence, political influence, and patronage of the arts. She was born in Syria and was married to Emperor Septimius Severus, who ruled the Roman Empire from 193 to 211 AD. She played a significant role in promoting the cult of the Roman gods and goddesses, particularly the goddess Venus, and was also known for her philanthropic works, including the construction of public buildings and the provision of aid to the poor. Her reign marked a period of relative stability and cultural flourishing in the Roman Empire.
