© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Septimius Severus PART ARAB PART ADIAB COS II P P
195 year| Silver | 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 |
| Year | 195 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3 g |
| Diameter | 17.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#269107 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Two captives, each wearing pointed cap, draped to ankles and bound, seated back to back on round shields.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PART ARAB PART ADIAB COS II P P
Translation:
Parthicus, Arabicus, Parthicus, Adiabenicus, Consul Secundum, Pater Patriae.
Conqueror of the Parthia, conqueror Arabia, conqueror of Parthia, conqueror of Adiabene, consul for the second time, father of the nation.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.44–3.47 g;Diameter varies: 15.3–20 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 a unique blend of Roman and Arabic influences in its design. The inscription "PART ARAB PART ADIAB" suggests that the coin was minted during a period of Arab-Roman relations, likely during the reign of Septimius Severus, who was known for his military campaigns in the Middle East. The inclusion of Arabic script on a Roman coin is a rare example of cultural exchange between the two civilizations during this time period.
