Denarius - Septimius Severus (?)MP VI RIB POT IIII CO (?)) (194-195) front Denarius - Septimius Severus (?)MP VI RIB POT IIII CO (?)) (194-195) back
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Denarius - Septimius Severus ?MP VI RIB POT IIII CO ?

 
Silver 2.3 g -
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
Weight
2.3 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#269674
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Captive, wearing peaked cap, draped to feet, seated right on ground, head proped up on left hand, and resting right hand on ground; in exergue, curived sword.

Script: Latin

Lettering: I(?)MP VI RIB POT IIII CO …(?)

Translation:
Imperator Sextum, Tribunicia Potestate Quarta, Consul.
Supreme commander (Imperator) for the sixth time, holder of tribunician power for the fourth time, consul.

Comment

Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Septimius Severus, who was a prominent Roman emperor during the 3rd century AD. He was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to restore stability to the Roman Empire after a period of turmoil. The coin's design includes an image of Severus's bust, along with various symbols and inscriptions that reflect his reign and accomplishments.