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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Septimius Severus CONCORDIAE MILITVM; Concordia
| Silver | 3 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 198-202 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#269823 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Concordia, draped, standing left, holding a standard in each hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORDIAE MILITVM
Translation:
Concordiae Militum.
For harmony with the soldiers.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.54–3.31 g;Diameter varies: 17.8–18 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Septimius Severus (CONCORDIAE MILITVM; Concordia) coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Septimius Severus, who ruled the Roman Empire from 193 to 211 AD. This coin was part of a series of coins issued by Severus to promote the idea of military concordance, or harmony between the different branches of the Roman military. The coin's obverse features the image of the emperor, while the reverse depicts the goddess Concordia, who represents harmony and unity, standing between two military standards. This coin is significant because it highlights the importance of military unity and cooperation during Severus' reign, and it is a testament to the enduring legacy of Roman numismatics.
