Sestertius - Septimius Severus MARTI PACIFERO P M TR P V COS II P P S C; Mars
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 197-198 |
| 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#270194 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Mars, helmeted, in military attire, standing left, foot set on cuirass, holding branch in right hand and reversed spear in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MARTI PACIFERO P M TR P V COS II P P S C
Translation:
Marti Pacifero. Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Quinta, Consul Secundum, Pater Patriae. Senatus Consultum.
To Mars, the peacemaker. High priest, holder of tribunician power for the fifth time, consul for the second time, father of the nation. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Sestertius coin features an image of Mars, the Roman god of war, on its reverse side. This is fitting, as Septimius Severus, the emperor depicted on the obverse side, was known for his military campaigns and expansion of the Roman Empire. In fact, Severus' reign saw a significant increase in the number of soldiers and the creation of new legions, which helped to strengthen the empire's military power. The coin's image of Mars may have been intended to symbolize Severus' military prowess and the empire's growing military might during his reign.