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Denarius - Septimius Severus PM TR P V COS II P P; Sol
| Silver | 3.5 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 196-197 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#269749 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Sol, radiate, naked except for cloak over left shoulder, standing left, raising right hand and holding whip in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PM TR P V COS II P P
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Quinta, Consul Secundum, Pater Patriae.
High priest, holder of tribunician power for the fifth time, consul for the second time, father of the nation.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.37–3.66 g;Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius coin featuring Septimius Severus (PM TR P V COS II P P; Sol) 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 economic achievements of his reign. The Sol on the reverse of the coin symbolizes the Roman sun god and represents the power and glory of the Roman Empire.
