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© British Museum
Denarius - Pescennius Niger INVICTO IMPERAT
| Silver | 3 g | - |
| 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 |
| Weight | 3 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#271265 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Trophy and arms.
Lettering: INVICTO IMPERAT
Unabridged legend: Invicto Imperatori
Translation: The undefeated supreme commander (Imperator)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Pescennius Niger, who was a Roman usurper who claimed the throne during the Year of the Five Emperors in 193 AD. Despite his attempt to overthrow the legitimate emperor, Septimius Severus, Niger's reign was short-lived and he was eventually defeated and killed. This coin, which bears his image and title, is a rare surviving example of his brief rule.
