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Pentassarion - Septimius Severus KAΛΛATIANΩN Є; Callatis
| Bronze | 11 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Callatis (Moesia Inferior) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 193-211 |
| Value | 1 Pentassarion = 5 Asses (5⁄16) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 11 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#305100 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Hades-Serapis in a long chiton and cloak on a high-backed throne seated to the left, holding a scepter in his left hand and raising his right over the three-headed Kerberos sitting at his feet; in the field left above, value mark.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
KAΛΛATIANΩN
Є
Translation:
"Callatis" city.
"5" assarion (= pentassarion).
Interesting fact
The Pentassarion coin featuring Septimius Severus (KAΛΛATIANΩN Є; Callatis) from Callatis (Moesia Inferior) is notable for its unique design. On one side, it features the image of Septimius Severus, while on the other side, it depicts the goddess Tyche, who was revered as the protector of the city of Callatis. This coin is a rare example of a Roman imperial coin that features a local deity, highlighting the cultural exchange and syncretism that occurred during the Roman Empire.
