© Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG
© Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG
Denarius - Septimius Severus PROVIDENTIA AVG; Providentia
| Silver | 3.1 g | 18.5 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 | 3.1 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#269753 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
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: 2.384–3.39 g;Diameter varies: 17.6–19 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The reverse side of the coin features an image of Providentia, the Roman goddess of foresight and provision, which was a common motif on coins during the reign of Septimius Severus. This suggests that the coin was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was focused on themes of prosperity, abundance, and good governance.
