Denarius - Septimius Severus SACRA SAECVLARIA; Concordia
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 202-210 |
| 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#269450 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Septimius Severus, veiled, togate, standing left, sacrificing out of patera in right hand over altar; in front of him, Caracalla, togate, standing left; behind altar, Concordia, standing front, to left, flute-player, to right, harp-player; behind scene, temple.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SACRA SAECVLARIA
Translation:
Sacra Saecularia.
Sacred centuries.
Comment
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 Concordia on the reverse side, which symbolizes unity and harmony within the Roman Empire. This image was chosen by Septimius Severus, the Roman emperor at the time, to promote unity and stability throughout the empire.
