Denarius - Septimius Severus P M TR P XV COS III P P
207 year| Silver | 2.6 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 207 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.6 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#269351 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Galley with rowers, left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P XV COS III P P
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Quinta Decima, Consul Tertium, Pater Patriae.
High priest, holder of tribunician power for the 15th time, consul for the third time, father of the nation.
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 status as emperor.
