Denarius - Septimius Severus CONCORDIA; Concordia
Silver | - | - |
Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
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Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 202-210 |
Value | 1 Denarius |
Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
Composition | Silver |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#269481 |
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Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Concordia, draped, standing left, holding patera in extended right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORDIA
Translation: Harmony.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Septimius Severus (CONCORDIA; Concordia) coin features an image of the Roman goddess Concordia on the reverse side, which represents harmony and unity. This coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Septimius Severus, who ruled the Roman Empire from 202 to 210 AD. The use of Concordia on the coin may suggest that the emperor was promoting unity and stability within the empire during a time of political turmoil.