Sestertius - Julia Maesa CONSECRATIO S C
226 year| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Severus Alexander (Marcus Aurelius Severus Alexander) (222-235) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 226 |
| Value | Sestertius (⅛) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279903 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Measa,draped, seated left on peacock, flying right, holding sceptre in right hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONSECRATIO S C
Translation:
Consecratio. Senatus Consultum.
Consecration. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Sestertius - Julia Maesa (CONSECRATIO S C) (226) coin is that it features an image of Julia Maesa, the grandmother of the Roman emperor Elagabalus, who was known for her influence on the emperor and her role in promoting the cult of the Roman goddess Cybele. The coin was minted during Elagabalus' reign (218-222 AD) and is considered a rare and valuable artifact among collectors of ancient Roman coins.