Denarius - Septimius Severus MONETA AVG; Moneta
194 year| Silver | 3.2 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 194 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#269710 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Moneta, draped, standing left, holding scales in extended right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MONETA AVG
Translation:
Moneta Augusti.
The mint of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Septimius Severus coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Septimius Severus, who ruled the Roman Empire from 193 to 211 AD. This coin was part of a series of coins minted to promote the cult of the Roman goddess Moneta, which was an important deity in ancient Roman religion. The coin's obverse features an image of the goddess Moneta, while the reverse shows a representation of the Roman Empire's military prowess, with a depiction of a Roman soldier holding a spear and shield. The coin's silver content and intricate design make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
