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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
As - Otacilia Severa CONCORDIA AVGG S C; Concordia
| Bronze | 10.1 g | 25.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Empress | Otacilia Severa (Marcia Otacilia Severa) (244-249) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 244-249 |
| Value | As (1⁄32) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10.1 g |
| Diameter | 25.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#282371 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Concordia, draped, seated left, holding patera in right hand and double cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORDIA AVGG S C
Translation:
Concordia Duorum Augustorum. Senatus Consultum.
Harmony of the two emperors. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 7.5–11.78 g;Diameter varies: 25–26.5 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 the image of Otacilia Severa, who was a powerful Roman empress and the wife of Emperor Philip the Arab. She played a significant role in Roman politics during her husband's reign and was known for her intelligence, wisdom, and influence. The coin's design, which includes the image of Otacilia Severa and the inscription "CONCORDIA AVGG S C," reflects her importance in Roman society and highlights the value of concordia, or harmony, which was a key theme in Roman politics during this period.
