JULIA MAESA
Grandmother of Elagabalus
Julia Maesa, sister of Julia Domna and matriarch of the Severan dynasty, played a decisive role in restoring her family to power after the death of Caracalla. From her base in Emesa, she used her immense wealth and influence to support the rise of her grandson Elagabalus in AD 218, and later ensured the succession of Severus Alexander. A formidable political strategist, she shaped imperial policy from behind the scenes. Her coinage reflects her authority and prestige during a period of dynastic turbulence.
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WRS 9991 — Denarius
Ar Denarius. PIETAS AVG. Pietas standing half‑left, extending hand over altar and holding incense box. RSC 29. UK find.
£75.00
WRS 10822 — Denarius
Ar Denarius. PVDICITIA. Pudicitia seated left, raising veil and holding sceptre. RSC 36.
£65.00
WRS 10884 — Denarius
Ar Denarius. PVDICITIA. Pudicitia seated left, raising veil and holding sceptre. RSC 36.
£85.00
WRS 10885 — Denarius
Ar Denarius. SAECVLI FELICITAS. Felicitas standing front, head left, sacrificing over altar and holding long caduceus; star in field. RSC 45.
£85.00
