Septimius Severus AR Denarius, Rome Mint, 198-200 AD
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Description
Septimius Severus AR Denarius, Rome Mint, 198-200 AD
Specifications: 2.2g, 17mm
Obverse:
Laureate head of Septimius Severus facing right. Legend: L SEPT SEV AVG IMP XI PART MAX. Sharp, high-relief portrait with characteristic Severan beard and curls. Dark old toning.
Reverse:
Jupiter seated left on throne, holding Victory on globe in extended right hand and vertical sceptre in left. Legend: IOVI CON-SERVATORI - "To Jupiter the Preserver". Full type clear despite moderate wear.