© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Otacilia Severa SAECVLARES AVGG IIII
| Silver | 3.9 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Empress | Otacilia Severa (Marcia Otacilia Severa) (244-249) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 248-246 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.9 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#282205 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Hippopotamus, standing right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SAECVLARES AVGG IIII
Translation:
Saeculares Duorum Augustorum Quartas.
Fourth Secular Games of the two emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Mass varies: 3.042–6.568 g;Diameter varies: 21.5–25 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare representation of a Roman empress, Otacilia Severa, who was the wife of Emperor Philip I (also known as Philip the Arab). She was known for her intelligence, beauty, and influence, and her depiction on the coin reflects her importance in Roman society at the time.
