- Dated Emperor Septimius Severus Roman Empire silver denarius coin.
- Rome Mint, 3.37g, approx. 18mm, issued 201 CE, RIC 176, RSC 370.
- Superb reverse treatment of captives, trophy and arms. A likely reference to the Emperor's major victory over Parthia at the Battle of Ctesiphon, 198 CE, when the Roman Legions sacked the Parthian capital.
- Certified by NGC to Ch AU, colorfully toned with underlying luster.
- Obverse: SEVERVS PIVS AVG, laureate head of emperor right.
- Reverse: PART MAX P M TR P VIIII, Two captives wearing helmets with hands to chin seated right & left, back to back with trophy of arms between. Trophy consists of full cuirass with helmet, shields, spears, etc.
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