Denarius - Septimius Severus FORTVNA REDVCI; Fortuna and Hilaritas
| Silver | 3 g | - |
| 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 | 3 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#269600 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fortuna (Hilaritas?), draped, standing left, holding long palm in left hand and cornucopiae in left handFortuna (Hilaritas?), draped, standing left, holding long palm in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FORTVNA REDVCI
Translation:
Fortunae Reduci.
Returning fortune.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.91–3.175 g;Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Septimius Severus (FORTVNA REDVCI; Fortuna and Hilaritas) coin features an image of Fortuna, the Roman goddess of luck and prosperity, on one side, and Hilaritas, the personification of joy and happiness, on the other. This coin is interesting because it highlights the importance of these two deities in Roman culture and their connection to the reign of Emperor Septimius Severus.
