Denarius - Septimius Severus LEG XXII TR P COS
| Silver | 2.7 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 | 2.7 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#269041 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legionary eagle, facing left, between two standards.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LEG XXII TR P COS
Translation:
Legio Secunda Vicesima. Tribunicia Potestate, Consul.
22nd legion. Holder of tribunician power, consul.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.38–3.376 g;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 is depicted on the coin with a distinctive hairstyle, wearing a crown and holding a scepter, symbolizing his power and authority as the leader of the Roman Empire.
