Orbiana Augusta, Wife of Severus Alexander Scarce AR Denarius Roman Empire 225-226 AD Silver Coin Concordia on Reverse Museum Reproduction CSRD0093

Gneaea Seia Herennia Sallustia Barbia Orbiana was the wife of the emperor Severus Alexander, and married him in 225A.D. Her husband was obsessed with her; to the extent his mother Julia Mamaea saw her as a threat to her dominance and had her exiled to Libya.

In Roman religion, Concordia was the goddess of agreement, understanding, and marital harmony. The cult of Concordia Augusta (“Majestic Harmony”) was of special importance to the imperial household. She is usually depicted wearing a long cloak and holding a patera (sacrificial bowl), a cornucopia (symbol of prosperity), or a caduceus (symbol of peace).
DESIGN:
Obverse side
Bust of Orbiana, diademed and draped, right
Legend:
SALL BARBIA ORBIANA AVG

Reverse side
Concordia seated left on throne, holding patera & double cornucopiae
Legend:
CONCORDIA AVGG

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