Dupondius - Septimius Severus PART ARAB PART ADIAB COS II P P S C
195 year| Bronze | 13.6 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 195 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 13.6 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#270111 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Two captives, bound, seated back to back, left and right of central trophy.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PART ARAB PART ADIAB COS II P P S C
Translation:
Parthicus, Arabicus, Parthicus, Adiabenicus, Consul Secundum, Pater Patriae. Senatus Consultum.
Conqueror of the Parthians, conqueror Arabia, conqueror of the Parthians, conqueror of Adiabene, consul for the second time, father of the nation, Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare combination of Roman and Arabic inscriptions. The obverse (front) side of the coin bears the Latin inscription "SEPTIMIUS SEVERUS PART ARAB PART ADIAB COS II P P S C," while the reverse (back) side features an Arabic inscription that translates to "In the name of Allah, this coin was struck in the year 195." This unique blend of languages and cultures reflects the diverse and multicultural nature of the Roman Empire during the reign of Septimius Severus.