Sestertius - Septimius Severus (P M TR P XIIII COS III P P S C) (206) front Sestertius - Septimius Severus (P M TR P XIIII COS III P P S C) (206) back
Sestertius - Septimius Severus (P M TR P XIIII COS III P P S C) (206) photo
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Sestertius - Septimius Severus P M TR P XIIII COS III P P S C

206 year
Bronze 23.2 g -
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
206
Value
1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius
Currency
Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
23.2 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#270229
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Galley, with steerman and rowers, moving right.

Script: Latin

Lettering: P M TR P XIIII COS III P P S C

Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Quarta Decima, Consul Tertium, Pater Patriae. Senatus Consultum.
High priest, holder of tribunician power for the 14th time, consul for the third time, father of the nation. Decree of the senate.

Comment

Example of this type:
Trustees of the British Museum

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 was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to restore the Roman Empire to its former glory. The coin's design also includes various symbols and letters that represent the emperor's titles and accomplishments.