Denarius - Septimius Severus VICTOR IVST AVG; Victory
| Silver | 2.9 g | - |
| 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 | 2.9 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#269663 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, advancing left, holding wreath in extended right hand and palm sloped over left shoulder in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTOR IVST AVG
Translation:
Victoria Iusta Augusti.
The just victory of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Mass varies: 2.818–3.04 g;Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The reverse side of the coin features a depiction of the Roman goddess Victory (Victoria) holding a wreath and a palm branch, symbolizing the Roman Empire's military triumphs and victories under the rule of Septimius Severus. The coin's design was meant to promote the idea of the Roman Empire as a powerful and victorious state, and to reinforce the image of Septimius Severus as a strong and capable leader.
