As - Septimius Severus and Caracalla SACRA SAECVLARIA S C
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 202-210 |
| Value | As = 1⁄16 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#270305 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Septimius Severus, veiled, togate, standing left, sacrificing out of patera in right hand over altar; in front of him, Caracalla, togate, standing left; behind altar, Piestas or Concordia (?), standing front; to left, flute-player; to right, harp-player; in foreground, Tiber, reclining right, leaning on urn; in background, canopy.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SACRA SAECVLARIA S C
Translation:
Sacra Saecularia. Senatus Consultum.
Sacred centuries. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the portraits of two Roman emperors, Septimius Severus and Caracalla, on opposite sides, which was a common practice during the Roman Empire. This coin was minted during the joint reign of the two emperors, who ruled the empire together from 202 to 210 AD. The coin's design highlights the unity and cooperation between the two leaders, which was an important aspect of Roman politics during that time.