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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Septimius Severus TR P III IMP V COS II
| Silver | 3.2 g | 16.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 194-195 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 16.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#269673 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Two captives, bound, seated back to back, left and right of central trophy.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR P III IMP V COS II
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Tertia, Imperator Quintum, Consul Secundum.
Holder of tribunician power for the third time, supreme commander (Imperator) for the fifth time, consul for the second time.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.83–3.44 g;Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
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 design, which includes an image of Severus's bust and various symbols and inscriptions, reflects the cultural and political values of the Roman Empire during this time period.
