© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Septimius Severus VICTORIAE AVGG FEL; Victory
| Silver | 3 g | 18 mm |
| 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 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#269846 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, flying left, holding wreath in both hands over shield set on low base.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIAE AVGG FEL
Translation:
Victoriae Augustorum. Felicitas.
To the victory of the emperors (Augusti). Good fortune.
Comment
Mass varies: 1.647–3.641 g;Diameter varies: 16–19.25 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 (Victoria) on one side, which was a common motif on coins during the reign of Septimius Severus. This suggests that the emperor placed a strong emphasis on the idea of victory and the power of the Roman Empire. Additionally, the coin's silver content and relatively small weight of 3 grams make it a valuable and collectible item for numismatists today.
