Aureus - Septimius Severus AEQVITAS P P; Aequitas
| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 193-195 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#269517 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Aequitas, draped, standing left, holding scales in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: AEQVITAS P P
Translation:
Aequitas. Pater Patriae.
Equity. Father of the nation.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus - Septimius Severus (AEQVITAS P P; Aequitas) coin features an image of the Roman goddess Aequitas, who represents fairness and equality, on its reverse side. This highlights the importance of these values in Roman society during the reign of Emperor Septimius Severus.
