Denarius - Julia Domna and Septimius Severus (FVNDATOR PACIS) (196-211) front Denarius - Julia Domna and Septimius Severus (FVNDATOR PACIS) (196-211) back
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Denarius - Julia Domna and Septimius Severus FVNDATOR PACIS

 
Silver 2.5 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
196-211
Value
1 Denarius
Currency
Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215)
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.5 g
Diameter
17 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#269968
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Septimius Severus, togate, standing left, holding branch in right hand.

Script: Latin

Lettering: FVNDATOR PACIS

Translation:
Fundator Pacis.
Founder of peace.

Comment

Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Julia Domna, the wife of Septimius Severus, who was a powerful and influential empress during her husband's reign. She was known for her intelligence, political savvy, and her efforts to promote the cult of the Roman gods. The coin's inscription, "FVNDATOR PACIS," translates to "Founder of Peace," which suggests that Septimius Severus and Julia Domna were seen as bringers of peace and stability to the Roman Empire during their rule.