Denarius - Pescennius Niger HILARITAS AVG S C
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Usurpations of Syria (Roman Imperial usurpations) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Pescennius Niger (193-194) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 193-194 |
| Value | Denarius (1) |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#271256 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Globe, on which are four stars, supported by capricorns.
Lettering: HILARITAS AVG S C
Translation:
Hilaritas Augusti. Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Duoecima, Imperator Octavum, Consul Quintum, Pater Patriae. Senatus Consultum. Senatus Consultum.
Joy of the emperor (Augustus), high priest, holder of tribunician power for the twelfth time, supreme commander (Imperator) for the eighth time, consul for the fifth time, father of the nation. Decree of the senate. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius coin featuring Pescennius Niger (HILARITAS AVG S C) was issued during a time of political turmoil in the Roman Empire, specifically during the Usurpations of Syria. This period saw various regional governors and military leaders declaring their independence from the central Roman authority, leading to a series of short-lived usurpations. Despite this instability, the coinage of the time continued to be produced, with the image of the emperor and various gods and goddesses appearing on the coins. The fact that this coin was made of silver, a valuable and durable metal, speaks to the enduring legacy of the Roman Empire and its currency, even during times of political upheaval.