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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Septimius Severus CONSECRATIO S C
211 year| Bronze | 24.1 g | 33.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Caracalla (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Caracalla) (198-217) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 211 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 24.1 g |
| Diameter | 33.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#273837 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pyre in five tiers surmounted by quadriga.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONSECRATIO S C
Translation:
Consecratio. Senatus Consultum.
Consecration. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 21.63–27.85 g;Diameter varies: 32–36 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Septimius Severus, who was a prominent Roman emperor during the 3rd century AD. He is depicted on the coin with a laurel wreath on his head, which symbolizes his status as a powerful and respected leader. Additionally, the coin's reverse side features an image of the Roman goddess Victory, which highlights the empire's military prowess and triumphs during Severus' reign.
