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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Septimius Severus PROVIDENTIA AVG; Providentia
| 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 |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#269151 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Providentia, draped, standing left, holding in right hand wand over globe set on ground and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PROVIDENTIA AVG
Translation:
Providentia Augusti.
Providence of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Mass varies: 2.728–3.56 g;Diameter varies: 16–19.5 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Septimius Severus (PROVIDENTIA AVG; Providentia) coin features an image of the Roman goddess Providentia on the reverse side, which is fitting since Providentia was the goddess of foresight and forward planning. This coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Septimius Severus, who was known for his military campaigns and administrative reforms, and the image of Providentia may have been included to symbolize the emperor's efforts to ensure the prosperity and stability of the Roman Empire.
