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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Septimius Severus P M TR P XVIII COS III P P; Salus
210 year| Silver | 3.2 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 210 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#269381 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Salus, draped, seated left, feeding out of patera in right hand snake coiled in lap.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P XVIII COS III P P
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Octava Decima, Consul Tertium, Pater Patriae.
High priest, holder of tribunician power for the 18th time, consul for the third time, father of the nation.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.974–3.479 g;Diameter varies: 19–20 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Salus, who was associated with safety, security, and well-being. This is fitting, given the coin's name, Denarius, which was the standard currency of ancient Rome and was used for everyday transactions. The image of Salus on the coin serves as a symbol of the Roman Empire's commitment to protecting its citizens and ensuring their well-being.
