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Pillar of the Community
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Hi guys, just wanted to show my latest denarius of Septimius Severus.  AR Denarius Septimius Severus 193-211 AD (Nicely toned) 3.37g. 18mm. 202-210 AD Rome mint. Obverse- SEVERVS PIVS AVG, laureate head right Reverse- FELICITAS AVGG, Felicitas standing facing, head left, holding caduceus and cornucopiae RIC IV 261; RSC 135 Archaeological Site of Leptis Magna Birthplace of Septimius Severus
Leptis Magna was enlarged and embellished by Septimius Severus, who was born there and later became emperor. It was one of the most beautiful cities of the Roman Empire, with its imposing public monuments, harbour, market-place, storehouses, shops and residential districts.A real "wow" place,if your interested have a look on its web-page.This has got to be the most well preserved Roman city outside of Rome itself.     On the 14 July 2016—The World Heritage Committee today placed the five World Heritage sites of Libya on the List of World Heritage in Danger because of damage caused by the conflict affecting the country and the threat of further damage it poses. The five sites are: Archaeological Site of Cyrene, Archaeological Site of Leptis Magna, Archaeological Site of Sabratha, Rock-Art Sites of Tadrart Acacus and the Old Town of Ghadamès. The Committee noted the high level of instability affecting the country and the fact that armed groups are present on these sites or in their immediate surroundings. It invoked the damage already incurred and the serious threat of further damage to explain the decision.Its so sad what's happened to the UNESCO sight.I saw some footage of people just wandering around the ruins taking whatever took their fancy!  I hope in the future it can be restored and protected for future generations. Hope you like the coin Saludos Paul |
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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Very nice coin and history lesson.
Thanks for sharing.
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Rest in Peace
United States
17900 Posts |
A beautiful acquisition and even better with the research you've provided.
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Moderator
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Very nice coin and interesting write up. Thanks for posting.
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Moderator
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great information and really nice coin!
"If you climb a good tree, you get a push."
-----Ghanaian proverb
"The danger we all now face is distinguishing between what is authentic and what is performed."
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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His dynasty is the bookend of my collection, and his story is fascinating and not much known beyond diehard ancient Roman historians.
Coinwise the dynasty is full of empresses, from Julia Domna through Orbiana, with some of the most beautiful coins ever struck by the empire.
Nice coin and hope ISIS never gets near Leptis Magna.
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Pillar of the Community
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Thanks guys, Quote:
with some of the most beautiful coins ever struck by the empire. I agree I really like his portrait..the long curly beard etc. Its an area I didn't know much about but will certainly do alot more research and aquire more coins from this era. Saludos Paul |
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United Kingdom
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I am an avid collector of his eastern coins though I have some Rome mint issues too. His coinage comes in a range of styles as his reign developed, there is a range of quality as he increased his output of denarii. Lots of coins with historical interest. A great era to focus on. Here are a couple of Rome coins from my own collecton. A legionary denarius. Made to thank the legions that brought him to power. Septimius Severus denarius Obv:- IMP CAE L SEP SEV PERT AVG, Laureate head right Rev:- LEG I ITAL / TR P COS, Legionary eagle between two standards Minted in Rome. A.D. 193 Reference:- Cohen 257 (citing Wiczay). RIC 3 (Scarce citing Cohen). BMCRE p.21 noted as requiring confirmation (citing Cohen). Only 1 example in RD.  A scarcer reverse type from an early issue. Septimius Severus Denarius Obv:- IMP CAE L SEP-T SEV PERT AVG. Laureate head right Rev:- SAEC FRVGIF COS, Saeculum Frugiferum., radiate, standing left, holding winged caduceus and trident Minted in Rome. A.D. 193 Reference:- BMCRE -. RIC IV 19 (Rated Rare); RSC 622. About 8 examples from 2 reverse dies known to Curtis Clay. This example from a different reverse die to the British Museum example.  Regards, Martin |
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Pillar of the Community
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Beautiful coins Martin thanks for sharing... I've read through some of your previous posts on SS...You've got an amazing collection there  ..and loads of information,so I'll use these for future reference thanks  Saludos Paul |
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Pillar of the Community
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2752 Posts |
Can I tie the mint date down a bit tighter?
The seller had it at 204 AD
But everywhere I look has it at 202-210 AD.
Maybe I'm looking in the wrong place?
Paul
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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I'm late getting to the party...very busy week at work.
Super coins, Paul and Martin. Thanks for sharing.
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Pillar of the Community
United Kingdom
2100 Posts |
I have seen it dated variously as A.D. 203 and A.D. 205 though I can't find the dating source for either of these dates. I have mine dated as A.D. 205.  Regards, Martin |
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Pillar of the Community
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Thanks for showing these coins, and special thanks to you Martin for bringing up a subject with which I always need help. When I first saw the coin Paul had posted I thought it might be from an eastern mint. I did not look it up, but tried to call it at sight. I would still like to learn how to discriminate Rome and the Eastern mints based on style.
Martin, could you show us side by side examples of anything in silver for Severus that was struck in Rome AND an Eastern mint? Or at least point out some of the style differences that are tell tale signs?
If this is deemed too far afield for this thread, could you start a new one for it?
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Pillar of the Community
United Kingdom
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Rather than hijack this thread I will start a new one.
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Pillar of the Community
Spain
2752 Posts |
What are your thoughts on the date of mine?
Thanks Paul
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Pillar of the Community
Spain
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I don't know if its relevent but I've just found the same coin as yours stated as being minted in 205 AD ...As you said.. reverse description...holding a "short" caduceus...just like yours ,but mine is holding a long caduceus? Do you think this could be used to date the coin more accurately?
Just a thought?
Saludos Paul
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