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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Aureus - Septimius Severus RESTITVTOR VRBIS
| Gold | 7.2 g | 20.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 200-201 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.2 g |
| Diameter | 20.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#269276 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Septimius Severus, in military attire, standing left, sacrificing out of patera in right hand over tripod and holding spear in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: RESTITVTOR VRBIS
Translation:
Restitutor Urbis.
Restorer of the city (Rome).
Comment
Mass varies: 7.05–7.35 g;Diameter varies: 19.6–21 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Septimius Severus (RESTITVTOR VRBIS) coin is that it features a unique reverse design that depicts the personification of the city of Rome, known as "Roma," seated on a throne and holding a scepter. This design was used to emphasize the emperor's role as the restorer of the city and the empire.
