© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
Denarius - Septimius Severus HERCVLI DEFENS; Hercules
| Silver | 2.1 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 197-198 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.1 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#269177 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
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
Example of this type:Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Septimius Severus (HERCVLI DEFENS; Hercules) coin features an image of Hercules on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the Severan dynasty. This coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Septimius Severus, who ruled Rome from 193 to 211 AD. The image of Hercules was likely chosen to emphasize the emperor's association with the legendary hero and to promote his reputation as a strong and powerful leader.
