© Trustees of the British Museum
© Trustees of the British Museum
As - Septimius Severus P M TR P XVII COS III P P S C; Roma
209 year| Bronze | 12.3 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 209 |
| Value | As = 1⁄16 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 12.3 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#270258 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Roma, helmeted, draped, seated right on throne holding palladium in right hand and vertical spear in left hand; before her, captive, draped, kneeling left, raising both hands.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P XVII COS III P P S C
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Septima Decima, Consul Tertium, Pater Patriae. Senatus Consultum.
High priest, holder of tribunician power for the 17th 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 during the 3rd century AD. He was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to restore stability to the Roman Empire 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.
