Septimius Severus (AD 193–211)
34.99 CHF
Silver Denarius, Rome mint Description: Obverse with laureate head of Septimius Severus facing right; legend SEVERVS PIVS AVG. Reverse depicting Fortuna Redux seated, holding a rudder and a cornucopia; legend FORTVNA REDVX. The reverse symbolizes safe travel, divine guidance, and the fortunate return of the emperor. Historical context: Septimius Severus established the Severan dynasty after a period of civil war and political uncertainty. Coin types featuring Fortuna Redux were commonly issued in connection with imperial journeys or returns, emphasizing divine protection and stability. The imagery reflects the emperor’s effort to project security and continuity throughout the empire.
- Category
- Roman
- Grading
- Fine to Good (s-g)
- Origin
- German Auction
- Diameter & Weight
- 16mm, 2.15g
Brilliant uncirculated – No signs of wear, freshly struck, highest quality.
Proof – Mirror finish with frosted and glossy fields. Collector’s edition.
Extremely fine – Minor wear, nearly all details preserved.
Very fine – Moderate circulation wear, some details worn, but visible.
Fine – Heavy wear, key elements still distinguishable.
Fair – Very heavy wear, outlines barely visible.
Poor – Only contours visible, almost no detail.
Fragment – Nearly destroyed, only a fragment recognizable as a coin.
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