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Lot No.153
eAUC02
Ancient World
Auction Date: 16-10-2021
Silver
Roman Empire - silver denarius of Julia Maesa (218-225/5 AD), Rome mint, undated, RIC IV 254, 2.62g. Obv: Draped bust facing right, hair in looped plait at back; legend IVLIAMAESAAVG. Rev: Veiled Juno standing slightly left, patera in extended right hand, long vertical sceptre in left hand; legend IVNO.
Very fine+, Rare.
Julia Maesa was the sister of Julia Domna and grandmother of emperors Elagabalus and Severus Alexander. After her nephew Caracalla was murdered, Julia Maesa used her ample funds to successfully overthrow the usurper Macrinus and place her grandson Elagabalus on the throne. But his reign was a disaster and he along with his mother were deposed and killed by the Praetorian Guard. Julia Maesa wielded power in these years, but died soon afterwards.
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Estimated Price :
Rs. 3,000-4,000
Sold For :
Rs. 4,500
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