Aureus - Severus II MARTI PATRI NK; Nicomedia
| Gold | 5.45 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Galerius (Gaius Galerius Valerius Maximianus) (305-311) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 305-306 |
| Value | Aureus (10) |
| Currency | Argenteus, Reform of Diocletian (AD 293/301 – 310/324) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 5.45 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#389054 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars, helmeted, standing front, head left, resting right hand on shield and leaning on sceptre with left hand.
Mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MARTI PA-TRI N_K
Unabridged legend: MARTI PATRI N_K
Translation: To Mars, the protecting father.
Interesting fact
The Aureus - Severus II (MARTI PATRI NK; Nicomedia) coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Severus II (305-306 AD), who was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to restore the Roman Empire's economy and stability after a period of turmoil. The coin's design features an image of the emperor on one side and the goddess Victory on the other, symbolizing the empire's military prowess and the emperor's role as a victorious leader. The coin's gold content and intricate design make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists and historians today.
