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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Septimius Severus VICTOR AVG; Victory
| Silver | 3.1 g | 17 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 | 3.1 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#269657 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, advancing right, holding transverse trophy in both hands.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTOR AVG
Translation:
Victoria Augusti.
Victory of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Mass varies: 2.96–3.2 g;Diameter varies: 17–17.3 mm;
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 the Roman goddess Victory (Victor AVG) on the reverse side, 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 military conquest and expansion. Additionally, the fact that the coin is made of silver suggests that it was a valuable and widely used currency during this time period.
