© Tanner Scott
© Tanner Scott
Æ19 - Septimius Severus and Abgar VIII Edessa
| Bronze | 3.71 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Osroene (Greater Armenia) |
|---|---|
| King | Abgar VIII (Lucius Aelius Septimius Abgarus) (177-212) |
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 193-211 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.71 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#185841 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Draped and diademed bust right of Abgar VIII, wearing tiara. Lettering starts top right.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΑΒΓΑΡΟC Β-ΑCΙΛVΕ
Translation: King Abgar.
Comment
Lettering does not match BMC Greek Coins of Arabia, although some are similar.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare representation of a Roman emperor (Septimius Severus) and a Parthian king (Abgar VIII) on the same coin. This coin was issued during a time of political alliance between the Roman Empire and the Kingdom of Osroene, and it highlights the cultural exchange and diplomacy that existed between these two powers.
