© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Septimius Severus HERCVLI DEFENS; Hercules
197 year| Silver | 3.1 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 197 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.1 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#269159 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Hercules, naked, lion-skin draped over left arm, standing right, holding club set on ground in right hand and bow in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: HERCVLI DEFENS
Translation:
Herculi Defensor.
Hercules, the defender.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.47–3.95 g;Diameter varies: 16.9–19 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The reverse side of the coin features an image of Hercules holding a club and wearing a lion's skin, symbolizing his legendary strength and bravery. This design was a common motif on Roman coins during the Severan dynasty, as Hercules was seen as a symbol of the Roman Empire's power and resilience.
