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Assarion - Septimius Severus NIKOΠOΛI ΠΡOC IC; Nicopolis ad Istrum
| Bronze | 2.80 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Nicopolis ad Istrum (Moesia Inferior) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 193-211 |
| Value | Assarion (0.1) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.80 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Thickness | 2.50 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#196067 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Athena standing left, holding shield resting on ground and spear resting on ground.
Script: Greek
Lettering: NIKOΠOΛI ΠΡOC IC
Translation: "Nicopolis ad Istrum"
Edge
Rough
Comment
SEVERUS - (13/04/193-4/02/211) Lucius Septimius Severus
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman emperor Septimius Severus, who ruled from 193 to 211 AD, on one side, and the goddess Diana on the other. This coin was minted in Nicopolis ad Istrum, a city in the Roman province of Moesia Inferior, which is now modern-day Bulgaria. The use of bronze in the coin's composition was a common practice during this time period, as it was a readily available and affordable material for coin production.
