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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Septimius Severus LEG XIIII GEM M V TR P COS S C
193 year| Bronze | 21.6 g | 29 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 | 21.6 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#270038 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legionary eagle, standing left on perch between standards.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LEG XIIII GEM M V TR P COS S C
Translation:
Legio Quarta Decima Gemina Martia Victrix. Tribunicia Potestate, Consul. Senatus Consultum.
14th martial and victorious twin legion. Holder of tribunician power, consul. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 16.63–28.09 g;Diameter varies: 27–33 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 distinctive crown, which was a symbol of his power and authority as the leader of the Roman Empire. Additionally, the coin's inscription includes the title "LEG XIIII GEM M V TR P COS S C," which stands for "Legatus Augusti Pro Praetore," indicating that the coin was issued by the Roman government and was used as a form of currency during Severus' reign.
