© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Aureus - Septimius Severus, Caracalla, and Geta VIRTVS AVGVSTORVM
| Gold | 7.1 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 202-210 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.1 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#269470 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Septimius Severus, Caracalla and Geta, all in miliary attire, on horseback, galloping right, each raising right hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VIRTVS AVGVSTORVM
Translation:
Virtus Augustorum.
Courage of the emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Mass varies: 7.02–7.24 g;Diameter varies: 19.8–20 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the portraits of three Roman emperors: Septimius Severus, Caracalla, and Geta. This is significant because it highlights the practice of Roman emperors to feature multiple rulers on their coins, which was a way to emphasize the unity and stability of the empire. Additionally, the coin's inscription, "VIRTVS AVGVSTORVM," translates to "the virtue of the emperors," which further emphasizes the importance of the emperors' leadership and character.
