Sestertius - Julia Domna VESTA S C
| Bronze | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#274028 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Four Vestals, accompanied by two children, sacrificing in front of round temple of Vesta.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VESTA S C
Translation:
Vesta. Senatus Consultum.
Vesta. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Sestertius coin featuring Julia Domna (VESTA S C) was minted during the reign of her husband, Emperor Septimius Severus (193-211 AD). It's interesting to note that Julia Domna was not only the wife of the emperor but also a powerful and influential woman in her own right, known for her intelligence, political savvy, and patronage of the arts. She was even given the title of "Mother of the Camp" by the Roman soldiers, a testament to her influence and respect within the empire.
