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© Trustees of the British Museum
As - Septimius Severus VICTORIAE BRITTANNICAE S C; Victory
| Bronze | 11.1 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 210-211 |
| Value | As = 1⁄16 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 11.1 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#270322 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, standing right, left foot on human head (or globe?), holding stylus in right hand and inscribing shield set on palm.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIAE BRITTANNICAE S C
Translation:
Victoriae Britannicae. Senatus Consultum.
To the victory over the Britons. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Example of this type:Trustees of the British Museum
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The coin , the As - Septimius Severus (VICTORIAE BRITTANNICAE S C; Victory) (210-211) from Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) made of Bronze weighing 11.1 g, is a rare and valuable coin among collectors. It is considered a significant artifact from the Roman Empire, and its value lies not only in its monetary worth but also in its historical and cultural significance. The coin's design, which features the image of the Roman goddess Victory, is a symbol of the empire's power and influence at the time. Additionally, the coin's bronze composition and weight of 11.1 grams make it a unique and interesting piece for collectors to own and study.
