Denarius - Septimius Severus PROVIDENTIA AVG; Providentia
| Silver | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#269152 |
|---|---|
| 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
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 represents the divine personification of providence or foresight. This coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Septimius Severus, who ruled the Roman Empire from 193 to 211 AD. The image of Providentia on the coin symbolizes the emperor's efforts to promote the idea of divine guidance and protection during his reign.
