Otacilia Pendant

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Otacilia Pendant
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Authentic silver coin circa 244-249 A.D. set in 18K gold with garnet cabochons. Handmade in Rome.
History

This antoninianus features Otacilia Severa, Augusta and wife of the emperor Philip I. The obverse shows her diademed and draped bust facing right, accompanied by the inscription M OTACIL SEVERA AVG. The portrait follows the formal conventions used for imperial women, emphasising dignity, legitimacy, and continuity within the imperial household.

The reverse depicts Concordia, the personification of harmony and unity, seated left. She holds a patera in her right hand, symbolising ritual sacrifice and the maintenance of proper relations between the gods and the state, while a double cornucopia rests in her left arm, signifying abundance and prosperity. The inscription CONCORDIA AVGG refers to harmony between the Augusti, conveying a message of stability during a period of political and military strain.

Issued during the reign of Philip the Arab, the coin highlights the role of imperial women in shaping public imagery. By linking Otacilia Severa with Concordia, it presents the ruling house as unified and prosperous, reinforcing ideals of order, balance, and divine favour at a time when such messages carried particular weight.

Measurements
  • Coin Ø 22mm
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Each ancient coin and artefact used in our jewellery has been restored and professionally stabilised to ensure it can be enjoyed for lifetimes. Patina, the natural toning and oxidation on silver, bronze, and copper coins, is not dirt; it is a protective layer formed over hundreds of years, adding to the coin’s unique history. Conservation efforts aim to stabilise and preserve these valuable patinas whenever possible. Silver naturally tones over time, developing a soft to deep grey with brighter highlights on raised surfaces. This toning is highly coveted, adding a touch of age and beauty to the coin’s details that only time can provide.

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Otacilia Pendant
Otacilia Pendant
Otacilia Pendant
Otacilia Pendant
Otacilia
Otacilia
(Antoninianus)
This antoninianus features Otacilia Severa, Augusta and wife of the emperor Philip I. The obverse shows her diademed and draped bust facing right, accompanied by the inscription M OTACIL SEVERA AVG. The portrait follows the formal conventions used for imperial women, emphasising dignity, legitimacy, and continuity within the imperial household.
Garnet
Garnet
(SILICATE)
Garnet, typically seen in striking hues of red or orange, is a captivating gemstone that has been precious for millennia, with beads dating back to 3000 B.C. attesting to its timeless allure.
Gold
Gold
(18K)
It is a dense, soft, malleable, and ductile metal. Gold is highly valued for its beauty, rarity, and resistance to corrosion. It does not tarnish or corrode over time, making it a perfect choice for jewellery.
Otacilia
Otacilia
(Antoninianus)
This antoninianus features Otacilia Severa, Augusta and wife of the emperor Philip I. The obverse shows her diademed and draped bust facing right, accompanied by the inscription M OTACIL SEVERA AVG. The portrait follows the formal conventions used for imperial women, emphasising dignity, legitimacy, and continuity within the imperial household.
Garnet
Garnet
(SILICATE)
Garnet, typically seen in striking hues of red or orange, is a captivating gemstone that has been precious for millennia, with beads dating back to 3000 B.C. attesting to its timeless allure.
Gold
Gold
(18K)
It is a dense, soft, malleable, and ductile metal. Gold is highly valued for its beauty, rarity, and resistance to corrosion. It does not tarnish or corrode over time, making it a perfect choice for jewellery.