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Æ27 - Septimius Severus V ΦΛ OVΛΠIANOV MAPKIANOΠOΛITΩN; Marcianopolis
| Bronze | 12.70 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Marcianopolis (Moesia Inferior) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 193-211 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 12.70 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#106877 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Cybele seated left, wearing kalathos, legs crossed, phiale held out in right hand, left elbow leaning back on tympanum, two lions crouched left either side of throne, shoulders of throne appearing as crosses in right and left field.
Lettering: V ΦΛ OVΛΠIANOV MAPKIANO[ΠOΛIT(ΩN) en exergue]
Comment
Markianopolis in Lower MoesiaInteresting fact
The coin , the Æ27 Septimius Severus coin from Marcianopolis (Moesia Inferior), is notable for its rare and unique design. It features a portrait of Septimius Severus on one side and an image of the goddess Victory on the other. The coin's reverse side also includes an inscription that reads "V ΦΛ OVΛΠIANOV MAPKIANOΠOΛITΩN," which translates to "The city of Marcianopolis, metropolis of the province of Moesia Inferior." This coin is considered a valuable collector's item among numismatists due to its historical significance and rarity.
