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© Trustees of the British Museum
As - Septimius Severus P M TR P XV COS III P P S C
207 year| Bronze | 8.5 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 207 |
| Value | As = 1⁄16 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 8.5 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#270238 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Septimius Severus, in military attire, on horse prancing left, holding spear in right hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P XV COS III P P S C
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Quinta Decima, Consul Tertium, Pater Patriae. Senatus Consultum.
High priest, holder of tribunician power for the 15th time, consul for the third time, father of the nation. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Example of this type:Trustees of the British Museum
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Septimius Severus, who was a prominent Roman emperor who ruled from 193 to 211 AD. He was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to restore the Roman Empire's power and stability after a period of turmoil. The coin's design, which includes an image of Severus's bust and various symbols and inscriptions, reflects the cultural and political values of the Roman Empire during his reign.
