Roman Empire. Julia Domna (Augusta, AD 193-217). Denarius AD 196-211 Rome - Isis (No reserve price)

This denarius features Julia Domna, Augusta from AD 193 to 217, wife of Emperor Septimius Severus. Renowned for her political influence and patronage of arts and philosophy, Julia Domna’s imagery on coins helped elevate the Severan dynasty’s prestige. The coin’s reverse shows Isis, an Egyptian goddess syncretized into Roman religion, symbolizing protection and fertility, reflecting Julia Domna’s Syrian heritage and the empire’s cultural diversity. Denarii of this era illustrate the blend of dynastic legitimacy and religious symbolism employed by Roman rulers. Collectors appreciate these issues for their depiction of powerful imperial women and their role in shaping public perceptions during the Severan period.