Denarius - Septimius Severus MARTI VICT; Mars
| Silver | 3.1 g | - |
| 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 | 3.1 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#269629 |
|---|---|
| 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: MARTI VICT
Translation:
Marti Victori.
To Mars, the victorious.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.33–3.492 g;Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Septimius Severus (MARTI VICT; Mars) coin features an image of the Roman god of war, Mars, on its reverse side. This is significant because Mars was an important deity in ancient Roman religion and was often associated with military power and victory. The inclusion of Mars on the coin may have been a way to emphasize the military prowess and victories of the Roman Empire during the reign of Septimius Severus.