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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Septimius Severus P M TR P III COS II P P; Mars
| Silver | 3.3 g | 17.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 195-196 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.3 g |
| Diameter | 17.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#269115 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
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: P M TR P III COS II P P
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Tertia, Consul Secundum, Pater Patriae.
High priest, holder of tribunician power for the third time, consul for the second time, father of the nation.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.86–3.622 g;Diameter varies: 16.3–18.5 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius coin featuring Septimius Severus (P M TR P III COS II P P; Mars) was minted during a time of significant political and military turmoil in the Roman Empire. Septimius Severus was the first Roman Emperor to be born in Africa, and he ruled the empire from 193 to 211 AD. During his reign, he faced several challenges, including civil wars, foreign invasions, and economic instability. Despite these challenges, he managed to maintain stability and prosperity in the empire, and his coinage reflects the cultural and military achievements of his reign. The image of Mars on the coin symbolizes the military prowess of the Roman Empire during this time.
