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© Numismatik Naumann GmbH
Æ16 - Septimius Severus
| (copper alloy) | 2.15 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Nicaea (Bithynia and Pontus) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 193-211 |
| Composition | (copper alloy) |
| Weight | 2.15 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#379868 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Prize urn containing two palm branches.
Script: Greek
Lettering: NIKAIEΩN
Translation: Nicaea
Interesting fact
The coin , a Standard circulation coin Æ16 - Septimius Severus (193-211) from Nicaea (Bithynia and Pontus) made of copper alloy weighing 2.15g, is a rare and valuable coin among collectors. It's considered a rare coin because it was minted during the reign of Septimius Severus, who was a Roman Emperor from 193 to 211 AD, and it's made of a copper alloy, which was a common material used for coins during that time period. Additionally, the fact that it's from Nicaea, which is now modern-day İznik in Turkey, makes it even more unique and valuable to collectors.
