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Denarius - Pescennius Niger IVSTITIA AVG; Justitia
| 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 |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#271281 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Justitia, draped, standing front, head left, holding scales in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Lettering: IVSTITIA AVG
Unabridged legend: Iustitia Augusta
Translation: Justice, the venerable
Comment
Mass varies: 2.98–3.032 g;Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Justitia, the Roman goddess of justice, on its reverse side. This is significant because Pescennius Niger, the usurper who issued the coin, was attempting to present himself as a just and legitimate ruler, despite his controversial seizure of power. The image of Justitia serves as a symbol of Niger's claimed commitment to justice and fairness, and highlights the importance of this value in Roman society.
