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Aureus - Septimius Severus VICTORIAE AVGG FEL; Victory
| Gold | 7.2 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 197-200 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.2 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#269236 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, flying left, holding wreath in both hands over shield set on low base.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIAE AVGG FEL
Translation:
Victoriae Augustorum. Felicitas.
To the victory of the emperors (Augusti). Good fortune.
Comment
Mass varies: 7–7.41 g;Example of this type:
Trustees of the British Museum
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus - Septimius Severus coin was minted during a time of significant political and military turmoil in the Roman Empire. Despite this, the coin's design remained relatively consistent throughout Severus' reign, with the obverse featuring a portrait of the emperor and the reverse depicting Victory holding a trophy and a shield. This suggests that the coin was seen as a symbol of stability and continuity during a period of great upheaval.
