Caption

Denarius, Julia Domna (ca. 160–217; Roman empress 193–211). Obverse: inscription erased; bust of Julia Domna facing right. Reverse: V[N]VS, Venus standing facing left, holding an apple in her right outstretched hand, unwinding the folds of her robe with her left. Date: 198–209. Roman Empire (27 BC–476). Rome. Coin: diameter 15.0–17.0 mm; weight 2.12 g.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

Reference

LZT26A74_009

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Rights managed

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31.9Mb (2.2Mb) / 11.1in x 11.1in / 3338 x 3338 (300dpi)

Keywords

Denarius Julia Domna ca 160–217 Roman empress 193–211 Obverse inscription erased bust facing right Reverse V N Vs Venus standing left holding apple outstretched hand unwinding folds robe Date 198–209 Roman Empire 27 Bc–476 Rome Coin diameter 15.0–17.0 mm weight 2.12 g single irregularly shaped round object rough textured surface dark gray silvery tones showing faint raised profile head shoulders low relief object displays worn edges lighter highlights raised areas variations darker gray recessed parts subtle metallic sheen.