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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Aureus - Septimius Severus P M TR P XVI COS III P P; Victory
208 year| Gold | 8.3 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 208 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 8.3 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#269362 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, seated right, holding palm in right hand and resting shield on left knee; under seat, shield; before her, trophy.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P XVI COS III P P
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Sexta Decima, Consul Tertium, Pater Patriae.
High priest, holder of tribunician power for the 16th time, consul for the third time, father of the nation.
Comment
Mass varies: 7.04–9.64 g;Diameter varies: 20.75–21 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus coin featuring Septimius Severus (P M TR P XVI COS III P P; Victory) from Rome, Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) made of Gold weighing 8.3 g is interesting because it showcases the Roman Empire's use of gold coins as a symbol of wealth and power. The coin's design, featuring the image of Victory on the reverse, highlights the Empire's military conquests and the importance of victory in their culture. Additionally, the coin's weight and material, gold, signifies the value and wealth of the Roman Empire at the time.
