Denarius - Septimius Severus (MART VICT; Mars) (194-195) front Denarius - Septimius Severus (MART VICT; Mars) (194-195) back
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Denarius - Septimius Severus MART VICT; Mars

 
Silver - -
Description
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
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#269626
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Mars, helmeted, naked except for cloak tied round waist, advancing right, holding transverse spear in right hand and trophy over left shoulder in left hand.

Script: Latin

Lettering: MART VICT

Translation:
Marti Victori.
To Mars, the victorious.

Comment

Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

The Denarius - Septimius Severus (MART VICT; Mars) coin features a unique design on its reverse side, depicting Mars, the Roman god of war, standing holding a spear and a shield. This design was meant to highlight Septimius Severus' military prowess and his role as a powerful and victorious leader.