Aureus - Septimius Severus RESTITVTOR VRBIS
| Gold | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#269278 |
|---|---|
| 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
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus - Septimius Severus (RESTITVTOR VRBIS) coin has an interesting fact that it was minted during a time of significant political and economic change in the Roman Empire. Septimius Severus was a powerful emperor who ruled from 193 to 211 AD and implemented several reforms to stabilize the empire after a period of civil wars. The coin's inscription, "RESTITVTOR VRBIS," translates to "Restorer of the City," which refers to Severus' efforts to restore order and prosperity to Rome and the empire. The coin's gold content and intricate design also reflect the wealth and power of the Roman Empire during this time.
