Denarius - Septimius Severus FORTVNAE AVGG; Fortuna
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 197-200 |
| 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#269208 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fortuna, draped, seated left on low seat, holding rudder set on globe in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand; under seat, wheel.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FORTVNAE AVGG
Translation:
Fortunae Augustorum.
For the good fortune of the emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Septimius Severus (FORTVNAE AVGG; Fortuna) coin features an image of Fortuna, the Roman goddess of luck and prosperity, on one side, and an image of Septimius Severus, the Roman emperor, on the other. This coin was minted during Severus' reign from 197-200 AD and was widely used throughout the Roman Empire. Interestingly, the coin's design was meant to symbolize the emperor's role as the protector of the empire and the bringer of prosperity to its citizens.
