Aureus - Septimius Severus HERCVLI DEFENS; Hercules
197 year| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 197 |
| 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#269158 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hercules, naked, lion-skin draped over left arm, standing right, holding club set on ground in right hand and bow in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: HERCVLI DEFENS
Translation:
Herculi Defensor.
Hercules, the defender.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus - Septimius Severus (HERCVLI DEFENS; Hercules) coin features an image of Hercules on the reverse side, which is an unusual departure from the typical depiction of Roman emperors on coins. This suggests that Septimius Severus may have wanted to associate himself with the legendary hero and convey a message of strength and power.