Usurpations of Syria Denarius - Pescennius Niger, 193 – 194
SPEI FIRM …; Spes
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Information
Country
Usurpations of Syria
Usurpations of Syria
Currency
Reform of Augustus Denarius
(27)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Denarius
Year
193 – 194
Ruler
Pescennius Niger
(193–194)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
2.6
Diameter (mm)
19
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Denarius from Usurpations of Syria. Issued from 193 to 194. Struck in Silver. Measures 19 mm and weighs 2.6 g.
- Obverse
- Head of Pescennius Niger, laureate, right. (Imperator Caesar Caius Pescennius Niger Augustus.Supreme commander (Imperator), Caesar, Gaius Pescennius Niger, emperor (Augustus).)
- Reverse
- Spes, star on forehead, draped, advancing left, holding up flower in right hand and raising skirt with left hand. (Spei firmae.Firm hope.)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (193-194) | — |
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