© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
Denarius - Septimius Severus VIRTVS AVGVSTOR; Roma and Victory
| Silver | 3.4 g | 19 mm |
| 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 |
| Weight | 3.4 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#269469 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Roma, helmeted, draped, seated left, holding Victory in extended right hand and parazonium in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VIRTVS AVGVSTOR
Translation:
Virtus Augustorum.
Courage of the emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Mass varies: 3.291–3.549 g;Example of this type:
Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Septimius Severus coin features an image of the Roman goddess Victory on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during this period. However, this particular coin is unique because it depicts Victory holding a trophy and a palm branch, symbolizing the Roman Empire's military victories and the emperor's role as a triumphant leader. This imagery was meant to reinforce the idea of the emperor's divine right to rule and his military prowess, which was an important aspect of Roman imperial propaganda.
