Denarius - Pescennius Niger MINER VICTRIS; Minerva
| 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#271307 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Minerva, helmeted, draped, standing front, holding raised shield in right hand and spear in left hand.
Lettering: MINER VICTRIS
Translation:
Minerva Victrix.
Minerva, the victorious.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Minerva, the Roman goddess of wisdom, on the reverse side, which is unusual for a coin issued by a usurper like Pescennius Niger. This suggests that Niger was trying to present himself as a legitimate ruler, rather than a military leader who seized power through force.