Denarius - Septimius Severus MARS PACATOR; Mars
| Silver | 2.6 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 194-195 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.6 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#269088 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars, helmeted, naked except for cloak over left arm, standing left, holding branch in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MARS PACATOR
Translation:
Mars Pacator.
Mars at peace.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.378–2.831 g;Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Septimius Severus (MARS PACATOR; Mars) coin features an image of the Roman god Mars on the reverse side, which is unusual for a Roman coin. This is because Mars was not typically depicted on Roman coins, and it suggests that Septimius Severus may have had a particular interest in or connection to the god of war.
