Denarius - Septimius Severus LEG I ADIVT TR P COS
| Silver | 3.1 g | 17.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 193-194 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.1 g |
| Diameter | 17.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#269025 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legionary eagle, facing left, between two standards.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LEG I ADIVT TR P COS
Translation:
Legio Prima Adiutrix. Tribunicia Potestate, Consul.
First rescuer legion. Holder of tribunician power, consul.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.52–3.771 g;Diameter varies: 17–18 mm;
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Septimius Severus, who was a prominent Roman emperor during the 3rd century AD. He was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to restore the Roman Empire to its former glory. The coin's design includes an image of Severus's bust, along with various symbols and inscriptions that reflect his status as emperor. The coin's silver content and relatively small weight also make it a valuable and collectible item among numismatists.
