Quinarius - Septimius Severus VICT AVGG; Victory
| Silver | 1.4 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 202-210 |
| Value | Silver Quinarius = ½ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.4 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#269452 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, advancing left, holding wreath in extended right hand and palm sloped over left shoulder in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICT AVGG
Translation:
Victoria Augustorum.
Victory of the emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Mass varies: 0.926–1.87 g;Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Quinarius coin was used to pay soldiers and was worth one-fifth of a denarius, which was the standard unit of payment for Roman soldiers. This coin was also used to pay for small purchases and was a common form of currency among the Roman people.