© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
Denarius - Septimius Severus LEG XIII GEM TR P COS
| Silver | 2.8 g | 18 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 | 2.8 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#269038 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legionary eagle, facing left, between two standards.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LEG XIII GEM TR P COS
Translation:
Legio Tertia Decima Gemina. Tribunicia Potestate, Consul.
13th twin legion. Holder of tribunician power, consul.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.504–3.22 g;Diameter varies: 17.2–18 mm;
Example of this type:
Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman Emperor Septimius Severus wearing a radiate crown, which symbolizes his role as the supreme ruler of the Roman Empire. The coin also includes the abbreviation "LEG XIII GEM TR P COS," which stands for "Legatus Augusti Pro Praetore," indicating that the emperor held the power to appoint governors and other high-ranking officials. Additionally, the coin's silver content and weight of 2.8 grams suggest that it was a widely circulated denomination during its time.
