NGC-Certified Roman Bronze Sestertius of Julia Mamaea — Mother of an Emperor

Own a Coin from One of Rome's Most Influential Empresses

A genuine NGC-certified Roman bronze sestertius of Julia Mamaea, the mother and chief advisor of Emperor Severus Alexander during the final years before the Crisis of the Third Century.

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📷 You will receive the exact NGC-certified bronze sestertius pictured.

👑 Issued during the lifetime of one of Rome's most powerful imperial women
🏛 Large bronze sestertius with impressive size and historical presence
⚖ Struck during the final years of stability before the Crisis of the Third Century

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Why This Coin Matters

Few women exercised as much influence over the Roman Empire as Julia Mamaea.

The niece of Julia Domna and mother of Emperor Severus Alexander, Julia Mamaea became one of the dominant figures of the Severan dynasty. When her teenage son became emperor in AD 222, she served as his closest advisor, helping direct imperial policy during one of Rome's most challenging periods.

Ancient writers describe Julia Mamaea as deeply involved in government, supervising finances, advising on legislation, and helping shape the administration of the empire. Her influence was so significant that she frequently appeared beside her son in official ceremonies and on imperial coinage, reflecting her extraordinary position within the Roman state.

This authentic NGC-certified bronze sestertius was struck during those final years before the Crisis of the Third Century, when decades of civil war, foreign invasions, and economic instability would transform the Roman world. Julia Mamaea worked to preserve stability through careful administration and diplomacy, but in AD 235, both she and Severus Alexander were assassinated by mutinous soldiers. Their deaths marked the beginning of one of the most turbulent periods in Roman history.

The sestertius was the largest regularly circulating bronze coin of the Roman Empire. Its impressive size provided ample space for detailed portraits and symbolic reverse designs, making it one of the most visually striking denominations in Roman coinage.

Certified Very Fine (VF) by NGC Ancients, this example preserves impressive detail after nearly 1,800 years. More than simply an ancient bronze coin, it is a tangible connection to one of the most influential women ever to help govern the Roman Empire.

Perfect For

• First-time ancient coin collectors
• Collectors interested in influential women of history
• Roman history enthusiasts
• Collectors of the Severan dynasty
• Anyone looking for a meaningful and historically significant gift

What You'll Receive

• The exact NGC-certified Roman bronze sestertius pictured
• Civilization: Roman Empire
• Empress: Julia Mamaea (AD 222–235)
• Century: 3rd Century AD
• Denomination: Bronze Sestertius
• Grade: Very Fine (VF)
• Guaranteed authentic

Continue the Story

The women of Rome's imperial families often wielded extraordinary influence behind the scenes, shaping the policies and fortunes of one of history's greatest empires.

Explore our other Roman coins to discover the emperors, empresses, generals, and dynasties that defined the ancient world.

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