Aureus - Septimius Severus VIRT AVGG; Roma and Victory
| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 198-202 |
| 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#269847 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Roma, helmeted, draped, standing left, holding Victory in extended right hand and resting left hand on shield; spear rests against left arm.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VIRT AVGG
Translation:
Virtus Augustorum.
Courage of the emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus coin featuring Septimius Severus (VIRT AVGG; Roma and Victory) was minted during a time of significant political and military change in the Roman Empire. Despite the challenges of his reign, including wars with Parthia and rival claimants to the throne, Severus was able to maintain stability and prosperity throughout the empire, earning him the title of "The African Emperor" for his successes in North Africa.
