Nummus - Severus II IMP SEVERVS P F AVG; GENIO POPVLI ROMANI; Londinium
| Bronze | 9.3 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantius I Chlorus (Flavius Valerius Constantius) (305-306) Severus II (Flavius Valerius Severus) (306-307) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 305-307 |
| Value | Nummus / Follis (¼) |
| Currency | Argenteus, Reform of Diocletian (AD 293/301 – 310/324) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 9.3 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#370780 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Genius, wearing modius, nude, chlamys draped over left shoulder, standing left, holding patera in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
No mintmark
Script: Latin
Lettering: GENIO POPV-LI ROMANI
Translation:
To Genius (guardian spirit) of the Roman People.
London.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Emperor Severus II, who was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to restore the Roman Empire's power and prosperity after a period of decline. Despite his achievements, Severus II's reign was cut short when he was assassinated by his soldiers in 307 AD. This coin, minted during his reign, serves as a reminder of his brief but significant impact on Roman history.
