Aureus - Septimius Severus SAEC FRVGIF COS; Saeculum Frugiferum
| Gold | 7.3 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 193-194 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.3 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#269046 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Saeculum Frugiferum, radiate, naked to waist, standing left, holding winged caduceus in right hand and trident in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SAEC FRVGIF COS
Translation:
Saeculi Frugifero. Consul.
Fruitful ages. Consul.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Frugiferum on the reverse side, which represents the abundance and fertility of the Roman Empire during the reign of Septimius Severus.