Sestertius - Septimius Severus AFRICA S C; Africa
194 year| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 194 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#270063 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Africa, in elephant-skin head-dress, draped, standing right, holding corn-ears in fold of robe (?); at feet, right, lion.
Script: Latin
Lettering: AFRICA S C
Translation:
Africa. Senatus Consultum.
Africa. 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 an image of the Roman Emperor Septimius Severus, who ruled from 193 to 211 AD, on one side, and an image of the goddess Africa on the other side. This coin was minted during Severus' reign and was used as a means of currency throughout the Roman Empire. The fact that it features an image of Africa suggests that the coin may have been minted specifically for use in the Roman province of Africa, which was a significant center of trade and commerce during this time period.
