Caelistis
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Caelestis was the epithet of Juno at Carthage and the Carthaginian aspect of the Goddess Hera. She was associated with the caduceus, the moon, doves, grapes, and pomegranate.
Julia Soaemias. Augusta
Rome 218-222 CE
AR Denarius 19mm, 2,59g
IVLIA SOAEMIAS AVG Draped bust of Julia Soaemias to right.
Rev. VENVS CAELESTIS Venus Caelestis seated to left, holding an apple in right hand and a sceptre in left; before her, child standing to right, raising hands.
RIC IV 243. RSC 14. Thirion 388