Julia Domna: Empress, Leader, Mother... the Silver Denarius of One of the Most Powerful Woman of the Roman Empire Now in an Heirloom Pendant

Please Note: This is an authentic Ancient Roman Treasure Coin, and you will receive the exact pendant in the photographs and description.

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Rome! Perhaps more than any culture, we are fascinated by the legend and lore of this breathtaking ancient empire. Much of how we live and what we think in our Western world was birthed in the fabled cities and byways of this sprawling empire.

And, against this backdrop of unparalleled power and political intrigue, the legendary empress Julia Domna emerges. The wife of the powerful Emperor Septimus Severus, Julia, unlike many of her contemporaries, was a valued counselor and astute political advisor to her husband and sons. Regal, intelligent and witty, she was, and still is, revered as one of the most influential women of the ancient world.

Your Roman Treasure Coin Necklace

• Coin:  Silver Denarius
• Empress:  Julia Domna
• Ruling Period:  193-217 AD
• Date & Mint: 211 - 217 AD, Rome
• Coin Metal: Silver
• Bezel Metal: 14K Gold & Proprietary Non-Tarnishing Sterling Silver
• Articulating Bail Interior Diameter: Will accommodate chain or leather necklace up to 6.2 mm
• Obverse (Front) Description:  IVLIA PIA FELIX AVG; Bust of Julia Domna facing right.
• Reverse (Back) Description: VESTA; Vesta seated on a stool, with a simpulum and scepter in left (more below in notes)
• Pendant Size Including Bezel Setting:  7/8” Across, 1 1/4” Tall - Just a bit wider than a U.S. Nickel

April's Notes: Julia Domna is a compelling and fascinating figure who, unlike many of her contemporaries, embraced her role as Empress with the application of her intelligence, wit and savvy political instincts. To this day, she stands as one of the most powerful women of the Roman Empire.

This Denarius features a beautiful and centered bust of Julia, along with a reverse featuring Vesta. Vesta is the virgin goddess of the hearth, home, and family. In her hands she holds a palladium - an image or object of great antiquity on which the security of a city or nation depends.

In her hands when holds a simpulum - which was a ladle or small vessel used in religious worship and for tasting wine.

Perhaps best of all, it is what we call "zero die axis." When these coins were struck, the minters didn't care if the top of one side of the coin was also the top on the other side - what we call "Medallic Orientation." This coin is one of the rare ones you can wear it either side out.

(Please note: this information and much more will appear on your customized Certificate of Authenticity.)

Each ancient Roman coin was hand-struck by three people, and at the height of the Roman empire, coins were minted throughout the sprawling territories – even in military camps where coins were minted to pay soldiers. Lost or purposely hoarded, this ancient Roman Coin was discovered by metal detector and professionally conserved for a lifetime of enjoyment.

Your Roman Denaruis Pendant comes with:

1. Our 100% Authentic Lifetime Guarantee
2. A Detailed, Multi-Page Color Certificate of Authenticity Researched and Written by April Knecht
3. Historic Brief
4. A Mini Museum Frame to Display and Enjoy Your Treasure When You are not Wearing It
   
5. A Treasure Jewelry Care Card