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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Septimius Severus FIDEI LEG TR P COS S C; Fides
193 year| Bronze | 21.1 g | 29.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 193 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 21.1 g |
| Diameter | 29.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#270037 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fides, draped, standing left, holding Victory in extended right hand and standard in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FIDEI LEG TR P COS S C
Translation:
Fidei Legionibus. Tribunicia Potestate, Consul. Senatus Consultum.
For the loyalty of the legions. Holder of tribunician power, consul. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 17.77–24.11 g;Diameter varies: 28–30 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 the Roman goddess Fides (Fidelity) on the reverse, which was a common motif on coins during the reign of Septimius Severus. Fides was an important symbol of loyalty and trust in ancient Roman culture, and her presence on the coin may have been intended to emphasize the emperor's commitment to maintaining the empire's unity and stability.
