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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Septimius Severus MONET AVG COS II P P S C; Tres Monetae
194 year| Bronze | 22.2 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 | 194 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 22.2 g |
| Diameter | 29.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#270069 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
The three Monetae, all draped, standing left, each holding scales in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MONET AVG COS II P P S C
Translation:
Moneta Augusti. Consul Secundum, Pater Patriae. Senatus Consultum.
The mint of the emperor (Augustus). Consul for the second time, father of the nation. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 19.24–25.28 g;Diameter varies: 28–30.5 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 Moneta, who was the goddess of money and currency, on the reverse side. This is fitting, given that the coin was used as a form of currency during the Roman Empire. Additionally, the coin's design includes three Monetae, or money bags, which further emphasizes the coin's association with money and commerce.
