Denarius - Septimius Severus INVICTO IMP TROPAEA
| Silver | - | - |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#269610 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Central trophy consisting of helmet, cuirass, spears, and shields surrounded by arms at base.
Script: Latin
Lettering: INVICTO IMP TROPAEA
Translation:
Invicto Imperatori Tropaea.
The trophy of the undefeated supreme commander (Imperator).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The reverse side of the coin features an image of the Roman goddess Victory (Trophaea) standing on a globe, holding a wreath and a palm branch. This symbolizes the Roman Empire's victory and dominance over the world. The use of the goddess Victory on the coinage was a common practice during the Roman Empire, and it served as a powerful propaganda tool to promote the idea of Roman supremacy.