Sestertius - Septimius Severus AEQVITATI PVBLICAE S C; Tres Monetae
| Bronze | 30.8 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 210-211 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 30.8 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#270318 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
The three Monetae, all draped, standing left, each holding scales in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand; at their feet, heaps of metal.
Script: Latin
Lettering: AEQVITATI PVBLICAE S C
Translation:
Aeqvitati Publicae. Senatus Consultum.
Public equity. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 30.21–31.3 g;Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Aequitas, who represents fairness and equality, on one of its sides. This highlights the importance of these values in Roman society during the reign of Septimius Severus.
