Denarius - Septimius Severus (FORTVN REDVC; Fortuna and Pax) (194-195) front Denarius - Septimius Severus (FORTVN REDVC; Fortuna and Pax) (194-195) back
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Denarius - Septimius Severus FORTVN REDVC; Fortuna and Pax

 
Silver 2.7 g -
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
194-195
Value
1 Denarius
Currency
Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215)
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.7 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#269603
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Fortuna (Pax?), draped, seated left, holding branch in extended right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.

Script: Latin

Lettering: FORTVN REDVC

Translation:
Fortuna Reduci.
Fortune returns.

Comment

Mass varies: 2.55–2.81 g;

Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

The Denarius - Septimius Severus (FORTVN REDVC; Fortuna and Pax) coin features an image of Fortuna, the Roman goddess of luck and prosperity, on one side, and Pax, the Roman goddess of peace, on the other. This coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Septimius Severus, who ruled the Roman Empire from 193 to 211 AD. The coin's design symbolizes the Emperor's efforts to promote peace and prosperity throughout the empire.