Denarius - Septimius Severus PROFECTIO AVG
| Silver | 3.2 g | 18 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 | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#269150 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Septimius Severus, in military attire, on horse prancing right, holding spear in right hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PROFECTIO AVG
Translation:
Profectiones Augusti.
Departure of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Mass varies: 2.883–3.47 g;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 Emperor Septimius Severus on one side, and a depiction of the goddess Fortuna on the other. This coin was minted during Severus' reign, which lasted from 193 to 211 AD, and it was used as a means of propaganda to promote his image and reinforce his authority as the leader of the Roman Empire.
