© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Manlia Scantilla IVNO REGINA S C; Juno
193 year| Bronze | 21.1 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Didius Julianus (Marcus Didius Iulianus) (193) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 193 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 21.1 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#268031 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Juno, veiled, draped, standing left, holding patera in right hand and sceptre in left hand; at her feet, peacock, standing left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IVNO REGINA S C
Translation:
Iunoni Reginae. Senatus Consultum.
To Queen Juno. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 14.33–26.52 g;Diameter varies: 25–32.5 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Sestertius coin featuring Manlia Scantilla and Juno (IVNO REGINA S C; Juno) was minted during the reign of Emperor Septimius Severus (193-211 AD), who was known for his extensive military campaigns and administrative reforms. This coin was likely used to pay soldiers and civilians during his military campaigns.
