Denarius - Septimius Severus (ARAB ADIAB COS II; Victory) (193-195) front Denarius - Septimius Severus (ARAB ADIAB COS II; Victory) (193-195) back
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Denarius - Septimius Severus ARAB ADIAB COS II; Victory

 
Silver 3 g -
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
193-195
Value
1 Denarius
Currency
Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215)
Composition
Silver
Weight
3 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#269520
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Victory, winged, draped, advancing left, holding wreath in extended right hand and trophy over left shoulder in left hand; at feet, left, captive.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ARAB ADIAB COS II

Translation:
Arabicus, Adiabenicus. Consul Secundum.
Conqueror of Arabia, conqueror of Adiabene, consul for the second time.

Comment

Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

The Denarius - Septimius Severus (ARAB ADIAB COS II; Victory) coin features an image of the Roman goddess Victory on its reverse side, which symbolizes the Roman Empire's military prowess and triumphs under the rule of Emperor Septimius Severus.