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Aureus - Septimius Severus FORTVNA REDVX; Fortuna
203 year| Gold | 7.2 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 203 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.2 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#269315 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Septimius Severus, veiled, togate, standing right, sacrificing out of patera in right hand over tripod, in front of Fortuna, seated left on low seat with wheel underneath, holding rudder in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FORTVNA REDVX
Translation:
Fortuna Redux.
Fortune that brings back [the Emperor in safety].
Comment
Mass varies: 7.16–7.24 g;Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus - Septimius Severus (FORTVNA REDVX; Fortuna) coin features an image of Fortuna, the Roman goddess of luck and prosperity, on one side, and Emperor Septimius Severus on the other. This coin was minted during his reign (193-211 AD) and is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists.
