Denarius - Septimius Severus PONTIF COS II
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 202-210 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#269492 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Prince, standing left, sacrificing out of patera in right hand over altar.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PONTIF COS II
Translation:
Pontifex [Maximus], Consul Secundum.
[High] priest, consul for the second time.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Septimius Severus (PONTIF COS II) coin was minted during a time of significant political and economic change in the Roman Empire. Septimius Severus was a powerful emperor who ruled from 193 to 211 AD and implemented several reforms to stabilize the empire after a period of civil war. The coin's design reflects this turbulent period, featuring an image of the emperor wearing a radiate crown, symbolizing his divine authority, and a reverse image of Jupiter, the god of thunder and lightning, who was associated with the emperor's power and protection. Despite the challenges faced by the empire during this time, the Denarius - Septimius Severus (PONTIF COS II) coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item, offering a glimpse into the complex political and religious beliefs of ancient Rome.