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Cistophorus - Septimius Severus IMPE C L SEP SEVERVS P AVG
| Silver | 9.1 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 193-198 |
| Value | Cistophorus = 3 Drachms = 3 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 9.1 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#269865 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legend within laurel-wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IMPE C L SEP SEVERVS P AVG
Translation:
Imperator Caesar Lucius Septimius Severus Pertinax Augustus.
Supreme commander (Imperator), Caesar, Lucius Septimius Severus Pertinax, emperor (Augustus)
Comment
Example of this type:Trustees of the British Museum
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Cistophorus coin was minted during the reign of Septimius Severus, who was a Roman emperor from 193 to 211 AD. The coin's design features an image of the goddess Ceres on the obverse (front side), and a depiction of the Roman goddess of victory, Victoria, on the reverse (back side). The coin was used as a means of payment and circulated throughout the Roman Empire during Severus' reign. It's worth noting that the Cistophorus was a standard denomination coin during this time period, and many coins with similar designs and inscriptions were minted during the reigns of other Roman emperors. However, the fact that this particular coin was minted during Severus' reign makes it a unique and interesting piece of history.
