Caption

Denarius of Julia Domna (ca. 160–217), Roman empress (193–211). Obverse: Bust of Julia facing right, pearl border, inscription 'IVLIA AVGVSTA.' Reverse: FORTVNAE FELICI; Fortuna seated half-naked to the left, holding a cornucopia in her right hand, a rudder resting on a sphere in her left; in front of her a small nude figure stretching out its hands; pearl border. Circa 198–209. Roman Empire, Rome. Coin; diameter 18.5 mm, weight 2.62 g.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A73_397

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Keywords

Denarius Julia Domna ca 160–217 Roman empress 193–211 Obverse Bust Julia facing right pearl border inscription Ivlia Avgvsta Reverse Fortvnae Felici Fortuna seated half-naked left holding cornucopia right hand rudder resting sphere front small nude figure stretching hands Circa 198–209 Roman Empire Rome Coin diameter 18.5 mm weight 2.62 g worn circular coin uneven edge showing raised central design seated figure throne- structure figure throne incised detailing coin surface displays scratches dents small crack near rim coin metallic predominantly gray silver patina darker gray tones recessed areas slight brownish discoloration near edges beaded border framing central scene traces decorative raised elements encircle figure.