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E-Auction 14 30 March 2016
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Julia Domna. Augusta, A.D. 193-217. AR denarius. 3.46 gm. 20 mm. Rome mint. Struck under Septimius Severus, A.D. 196-211. Her draped bust right; IVLIA AVGVSTA / Hilaritas standing half-left, holding long palm and cornucopia, between two naked boys. HILARITAS. RIC IV.1 557 (Septimius Severus). RSC 79. Sear 1840. Near Extremely Fine; attractively toned. Wife of Septimius Severus, Julia Domna had a brilliant intellect and great beauty, wit, learning and eloquence. Her husband consulted her on state matters and frequently followed her counsel.