Denarius - Septimius Severus INDVLGENTIA AVGG IN ITALIAM; Italia
| Silver | 2.5 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 202-210 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.5 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#269415 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Italia, towered, draped, seated left on globe, holding cornucopiae in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: INDVLGENTIA AVGG IN ITALIAM
Translation:
Indulgentiae Augustorum in Italiam.
To the indulgence of the emperors (Augusti) in Italy.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Septimius Severus coin features an image of the Roman goddess Italia on the reverse side, which is a unique feature of this particular coin. The image of Italia was added to the coinage during the reign of Septimius Severus as a way to emphasize the unity and strength of the Roman Empire, and to promote the idea of a unified Italian identity. This coin is a rare and valuable example of Roman numismatics and is highly sought after by collectors.
