Severina; AE As, Rome; Juno
Description:
Severina (270 - 275 AD). AE As, Rome mint 275 AD. SEVERINA AVG; diademed and draped bust of Severina right / IVNO REGINA; Juno standing left, holding patera and scepter, peacock standing left at her feet; officina mark (= 6) in ex.
Diameter:
AE26 mm
Weight:
8,1 g
Grade:
VF/VF
Attribution:
RIC 7
Commentary:
dark green patina, great details, some area of flat strike on reverse
History:
Descendant of Trajan, the only woman ruling the empire - the historical rumours about the Ulpia Severina are certainly exciting.
Article Number:
022-02-01-43711