Denarius - Septimius Severus VOTA SVSCEPTA X
| Silver | 2.8 g | - |
| 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 | 2.8 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#269503 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Septimius Severus, veiled, togate, standing left, sacrificing out of patera in right hand over altar.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VOTA SVSCEPTA X
Translation:
Vota Suscepta Decennalia.
Vows (prayers and sacrifices) undertaken for one decade of rule.
Comment
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 Emperor Septimius Severus on one side and an image of the goddess Victory on the other side. This coin was minted during Severus' reign, which lasted from 202 to 210 AD, and it was used as a standard circulation coin throughout the Roman Empire. The coin's design and imagery reflect the cultural and religious beliefs of the Roman Empire during this time period.
