Denarius - Septimius Severus MARTI PACIFERO; Mars
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 197-200 |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#269216 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars, helmeted, in military attire, standing left, foot set on cuirass (?), holding branch in right hand and reversed spear in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MARTI PACIFERO
Translation:
Marti Pacifero.
To Mars, the peacemaker.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Septimius Severus (MARTI PACIFERO; Mars) coin features an image of the Roman god Mars, which is interesting because Mars was not only the god of war but also the god of agriculture and fertility. This highlights the complexities of Roman mythology and the ways in which their gods were often associated with multiple aspects of life.
