© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Dupondius - Aurelianus and Ulpia Severina SEVERINA AVG
| Bronze | 14.1 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Aurelian (Lucius Domitius Aurelianus) (270-275) |
| Empress | Severina (Ulpia Severina) (274-275) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 270-275 |
| Value | Dupondius (1⁄16) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 14.1 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#290808 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bust of Severina, diademed, draped, on crescent, right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SEVERINA AVG
Translation:
Severina Augusta.
[Ulpia] Severina, the venerable.
Comment
Mass varies: 10.42–18.42 g;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 the image of Ulpia Severina, who was a powerful and influential empress during the reign of her husband, Aurelianus. She was known for her intelligence, political acumen, and her efforts to promote the cult of the Roman gods. The coin's design, which includes her image and title (SEVERINA AVG), reflects her prominent role in Roman society and politics during this time period.
