Sestertius - Julia Domna (SAECVLI FELICITAS S C; Isis and Horus) (196-211) front Sestertius - Julia Domna (SAECVLI FELICITAS S C; Isis and Horus) (196-211) back
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Sestertius - Julia Domna SAECVLI FELICITAS S C; Isis and Horus

 
Bronze 10.1 g -
Description
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
Weight
10.1 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#270356
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Isis, wearing peaked head-dress, standing right, left foot on prow, with the infant Horus at her breast; to left, altar, against which rests a rudder.

Script: Latin

Lettering: SAECVLI FELICITAS S C

Translation:
Saeculi Felicitas. Senatus Consultum.
Age of good fortune. Decree of the senate.

Comment

Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Isis and Horus, which reflects the cultural exchange and influence of Egyptian religion on Roman society during the reign of Julia Domna.