This AR denarius of Septimius Severus captures the authority of a ruler who seized power through civil war and permanently reshaped the Roman state.
Rising in the chaos of AD 193, Severus defeated rival claimants and founded the Severan Dynasty, anchoring imperial power firmly to the loyalty of the legions. His coinage reflects that reality: confident portraits, disciplined engraving, and silver struck to circulate widely among soldiers, officials, and cities across the empire.
Preserved in Choice Extremely Fine, this denarius displays crisp detail and strong eye appeal, offering an impressive balance of sharpness and historical authenticity. The respected SPQR Collection pedigree further enhances its desirability, adding provenance and collector confidence.
Emperor: Septimius Severus
Reign: AD 193–211
Denomination: AR Denarius
Grade: Choice XF
Pedigree: SPQR Collection
Severus famously advised his heirs to “enrich the soldiers and scorn all others.” Coins like this were the practical expression of that policy—silver instruments of loyalty, stability, and imperial control.
An excellent acquisition for collectors of Roman imperial silver, Severan dynasty issues, or high-grade denarii tied to one of Rome’s most consequential soldier-emperors.
This AR denarius of Septimius Severus captures the authority of a ruler who seized power through civil war and permanently reshaped the Roman state.
Rising in the chaos of AD 193, Severus defeated rival claimants and founded the Severan Dynasty, anchoring imperial power firmly to the loyalty of the legions. His coinage reflects that reality: confident portraits, disciplined engraving, and silver struck to circulate widely among soldiers, officials, and cities across the empire.
Preserved in Choice Extremely Fine, this denarius displays crisp detail and strong eye appeal, offering an impressive balance of sharpness and historical authenticity. The respected SPQR Collection pedigree further enhances its desirability, adding provenance and collector confidence.
Emperor: Septimius Severus
Reign: AD 193–211
Denomination: AR Denarius
Grade: Choice XF
Pedigree: SPQR Collection
Severus famously advised his heirs to “enrich the soldiers and scorn all others.” Coins like this were the practical expression of that policy—silver instruments of loyalty, stability, and imperial control.
An excellent acquisition for collectors of Roman imperial silver, Severan dynasty issues, or high-grade denarii tied to one of Rome’s most consequential soldier-emperors.
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