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Denarius - Septimius Severus IVSTITIA; Justitia
| Silver | 3.2 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 198-202 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#269828 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Justitia, draped, seated left, holding patera in extended right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IVSTITIA
Translation:
Iustitia.
Justice.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.818–3.43 g;Diameter varies: 18.5–19.2 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Septimius Severus (IVSTITIA; Justitia) coin features an image of Justitia, the Roman goddess of justice, on one side, and an image of Septimius Severus, the Roman emperor, on the other. This coin was minted during Severus' reign from 198 to 202 AD, and it was used as a standard circulation coin throughout the Roman Empire. The fact that it features both the emperor and the goddess of justice highlights the importance of justice and fairness in Roman society during that time period.
