Denarius - Septimius Severus RESTITVTOR VRBIS
| Silver | 3.5 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 198-202 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#269839 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Septimius Severus, in military attire, standing left, sacrificing out of patera in right hand over tripod and holding spear in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: RESTITVTOR VRBIS
Translation:
Restitutor Urbis.
Restorer of the city (Rome).
Comment
Mass varies: 3.265–3.76 g;Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Septimius Severus, who was a prominent Roman emperor during the 3rd century AD. He was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to restore the Roman Empire to its former glory. The coin's inscription, "RESTITVTOR VRBIS," translates to "Restorer of the City," which refers to Severus' efforts to rebuild and strengthen Rome. This coin is a tangible representation of the emperor's legacy and the power of the Roman Empire during that time.
