As - Septimius Severus (VIRT AVG TR P II COS II P P S C; Virtus and Victory) (194) front As - Septimius Severus (VIRT AVG TR P II COS II P P S C; Virtus and Victory) (194) back
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As - Septimius Severus VIRT AVG TR P II COS II P P S C; Virtus and Victory

194 year
Bronze 10.3 g -
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
194
Value
As = 1⁄16 Denarius
Currency
Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
10.3 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#270079
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Virtus, helmeted, draped, standing left, holding Victory in extended right hand and spear in left hand.

Script: Latin

Lettering: VIRT AVG TR P II COS II P P S C

Translation:
Virtus Augusti. Tribunicia Potestate Secunda, Consul Secundum, Pater Patriae. Senatus Consultum.
Courage of the emperor. Holder of tribunician power for the second time, consul for the second time, father of the nation. 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 image of Septimius Severus, who was a powerful Roman emperor who ruled from 193 to 211 AD. He was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to restore the Roman Empire to its former glory. The coin's design, which includes the symbols of Virtus (Virtue) and Victory, reflects the emperor's reputation as a strong and capable leader.