Denarius - Julia Domna, Septimius Severus, and Caracalla (AETERNIT IMPERI) (196-211) front Denarius - Julia Domna, Septimius Severus, and Caracalla (AETERNIT IMPERI) (196-211) back
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Denarius - Julia Domna, Septimius Severus, and Caracalla AETERNIT IMPERI

 
Silver 2.6 g -
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
2.6 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#269884
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Busts of Septimius Severus and Caracalla, both laureate, draped, and cuirassed, facing one another.

Script: Latin

Lettering: AETERNIT IMPERI

Translation:
Aeternitas Imperii.
The eternity of the Roman Empire.

Comment

Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

The Denarius coin was issued during the reign of Septimius Severus, who was a Roman Emperor from 193 to 211 AD. He was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to restore the Roman Empire's power and stability after a period of turmoil. The coin's inscription, "AETERNIT IMPERI," translates to "Eternity of the Empire," which reflects the Emperor's desire to establish a strong and enduring empire.