© SStefanov
© SStefanov
Assarion - Septimius Severus NIKOΠOΛIT ΠΡOC ICTΡO; Nicopolis ad Istrum
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Nicopolis ad Istrum (Moesia Inferior) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 198-211 |
| Value | Assarion (0.1) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#242634 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Apollo standing left, holding patera and branch.
Lettering: NIKOΠOΛIT ΠΡOC ICTΡO
Edge
Rough
Comment
Other references: Mionnet 438Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman emperor Septimius Severus on one side and the city goddess of Nicopolis ad Istrum, Tyche, on the other. This coin was minted during Severus' reign (198-211 AD) and was likely used for everyday transactions in the city of Nicopolis ad Istrum, which was located in the Roman province of Moesia Inferior (present-day Bulgaria).
