© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Aquilia Severa CONCORDIA; Concordia
| Silver | 3.1 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Elagabalus (Sextus Varius Avitus Basianus) (218-222) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 220-222 |
| Value | Denarius (½) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.1 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#276893 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Concordia, draped, standing left, sacrificing out of patera in right hand over lighted altar and holding double cornucopiae in left hand; in right field, star.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORDIA
Translation: Harmony.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.73–4.005 g;Diameter varies: 18.35–20.6 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Aquilia Severa (CONCORDIA; Concordia) coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Concordia on the reverse side, which represents harmony and unity. This symbolism was particularly significant during the reign of Emperor Septimius Severus, who sought to promote unity and stability throughout the empire. The coin's design may have been intended to promote this message and to reinforce the idea of Roman unity and strength under Severus' leadership.
