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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Septimius Severus MVNIFICENTIA AVG S C
196 year| Bronze | 24.3 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 196 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 24.3 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#270158 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Elephant, walking right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MVNIFICENTIA AVG S C
Translation:
Munificentia Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Munificence (generosity) of the emperor (Augustus). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Example of this type:American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Sestertius coin features an image of Septimius Severus, who was a Roman Emperor from 193 to 211 AD. He was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to restore the Roman Empire's power and stability after a period of turmoil. The coin's inscription, "MVNIFICENTIA AVG S C," translates to "The Munificence of the Emperor" in Latin, highlighting Severus' reputation as a generous and benevolent ruler.
