Denarius - Septimius Severus (INVICTO IMP TROPAE) (194-195) front Denarius - Septimius Severus (INVICTO IMP TROPAE) (194-195) back
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Denarius - Septimius Severus INVICTO IMP TROPAE

 
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Description
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
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#269609
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Central trophy consisting of helmet, cuirass, spears, and shields surrounded by arms at base.

Script: Latin

Lettering: INVICTO IMP TROPAE

Translation:
Invicto Imperatori Tropaea.
The trophy of the undefeated supreme commander (Imperator).

Comment

Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

The Denarius - Septimius Severus (INVICTO IMP TROPAE) coin features an image of the Roman goddess Victory (Victoria) on its reverse side, signifying the Roman Empire's victory over its enemies and highlighting the emperor's role as a triumphant military leader.