Denarius - Pescennius Niger SALVTI AVGVSTI; Salus
| Silver | 3.1 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 | 3.1 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#271336 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Salus, draped, standing right at altar, feeding from patera in right hand snake held in her arms.
Lettering: SALVTI AVGVSTI
Translation:
Saluti Augusti.
To the health of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Pescennius Niger, who was a usurper of the Roman Empire and ruled for a brief period of time (193-194 AD). Despite his short reign, he was able to issue a number of coins, including this denarius, which features the image of Salus, the Roman goddess of safety and well-being. The coin's design and inscription suggest that Niger was trying to promote himself as a legitimate ruler and emphasize his connection to the Roman Empire, despite his controversial rise to power.
