© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Septimius Severus IOVI CONSERVATORI; Jupiter and Victory
| Silver | 3.5 g | 18.5 mm |
| 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 | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#269178 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Jupiter, naked to waist, seated left on low seat, holding Victory in extended right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IOVI CONSERVATORI
Translation: To Jupiter the Protector.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.9–4.27 g;Diameter varies: 18–19 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Jupiter, the Roman god of the sky and thunder, on one side, and Victory, the Roman goddess of victory, on the other. This symbolizes the Roman Empire's belief in the power of Jupiter to protect and guide their military endeavors, and the importance of victory in their military campaigns.
