Denarius - Septimius Severus MINER VICT; Minerva
193 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 193 |
| 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#269562 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Minerva, helmeted, draped, advancing right or left, brandishing javeling in right hand and holding shield on left arm.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MINER VICT
Translation:
Minerva Victrix.
Minerva, the victorious.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Septimius Severus (MINER VICT; Minerva) (193) coin features an image of the Roman goddess Minerva on the reverse side, which is unusual for a coin issued during the reign of Septimius Severus, as he was known for promoting the cult of the Roman emperor and depicting himself and his family members on his coins. This suggests that the coin may have been issued to commemorate a specific event or to promote the goddess Minerva's cult.