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Julia Domna Silver Denarius
Silver denarius depicting Julia Domna (193-217 AD) on the obverse, facing right, with the inscription IVLIA AVGVSTA. Julia Domna was the wife of the Roman Emperor Septimius Severus (193-211AD) and mother of Caracalla and Geta. She accompanied her husband and sons to Britain in 208 AD and probably stayed in London. The reverse features Isis, facing right, wearing a peaked headdress and standing with one foot on the prow of a vessel. She is nursing infant Horus. The coin measures 19 mm in diameter and weighs 3.25 g. It was excavated at the site of Magor Roman villa, Illogan, Cornwall in 1931 by B.H. St John O Neil
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TRURI : 1932.201.5
Media ID 19233986
© RIC, photographer Mike Searle
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This print showcases a remarkable piece of history, the Julia Domna Silver Denarius. Minted between 193 and 217 AD, this silver denarius depicts Julia Domna, the wife of Roman Emperor Septimius Severus and mother to Caracalla and Geta. The obverse side presents a stunning portrait of Julia Domna herself, facing right with the inscription "IVLIA AVGVSTA". On the reverse side of this coin, we are greeted by an enchanting depiction of Isis. She stands gracefully with one foot on the prow of a vessel while wearing a peaked headdress. In her arms rests infant Horus as she lovingly nurses him. This intricate design showcases both beauty and symbolism. Measuring at 19 mm in diameter and weighing 3.25 g, this coin was discovered during an excavation at Magor Roman villa in Illogan, Cornwall back in 1931 by B. H. St John O'Neil. Its presence suggests that Julia Domna may have accompanied her husband and sons to Britain when they visited in 208 AD. Displayed proudly within the Royal Cornwall Museum's collection, this artifact serves as a testament to ancient Roman culture and its influence on British soil during that time period. It is through such numismatic treasures that we can delve into our rich past and uncover stories waiting to be told.
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