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© Trustees of the British Museum
Aureus - Septimius Severus PART ARAB PART ADIAB COS II P P
| Gold | 7.3 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 194-195 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.3 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#269099 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Two captives, each wearing pointed cap, draped to ankles and bound, seated back to back, left and right of central trophy.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PART ARAB PART ADIAB COS II P P
Translation:
Parthicus, Arabicus, Parthicus, Adiabenicus, Consul Secundum, Pater Patriae.
Conqueror of the Parthia, conqueror Arabia, conqueror of Parthia, conqueror of Adiabene, consul for the second time, father of the nation.
Comment
Example of this type:Trustees of the British Museum
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus coin , which features Septimius Severus, is notable for its unique blend of Roman and Arab influences. The coin's inscription, "PART ARAB PART ADIAB COS II P P," reflects the cultural exchange and blending that occurred during Severus' reign, as he was known for his efforts to promote unity and cooperation between the Roman and Arab cultures. This coin is a tangible representation of the multiculturalism and diversity that characterized the Roman Empire during this time period.
