© numinis
© numinis
Æ 17 - Septimius Severus
| Bronze | 3.92 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Philippopolis (Thracia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 193-211 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.92 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#426365 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Eagle standing with folded wings right, with its head left. In its beak it holds a wreath.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΦΙΛΙΠΠΟΠΟΛITΩN
Interesting fact
The coin , a bronze Æ 17 from Philippopolis (Thracia) minted during the reign of Septimius Severus (193-211 AD), features an image of the Roman goddess Libertas on its reverse side. This is notable because Libertas was a relatively new deity in the Roman pantheon at the time, having been introduced by the previous emperor, Caracalla. The inclusion of Libertas on this coin may indicate that the people of Philippopolis were eager to demonstrate their loyalty to the Roman state and its values, even in the face of political instability and conflict during the Severan dynasty.
