© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Septimius Severus PROVID AVGG; Providentia
| Silver | 3.2 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 200-201 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#269275 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Providentia, draped, standing left, holding in right hand wand over globe set on ground and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PROVID AVGG
Translation:
Providentia Augustorum.
Providence of the emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Mass varies: 2.008–3.59 g;Diameter varies: 18–21 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 Providentia on the reverse side, which represents the divine protection and guidance of the Roman Empire. This coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Septimius Severus, who was known for his military campaigns and administrative reforms, and the image of Providentia symbolizes the Empire's reliance on divine providence during times of conflict and change.
