Usurpations of Syria Denarius - Pescennius Niger, 193 – 194
VIRTVTI AVG; Mars
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)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
3.1
Diameter (mm)
19
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Denarius from Usurpations of Syria. Issued from 193 to 194. Struck in Silver. Measures 19 mm and weighs 3.1 g.
- Obverse
- Head of Pescennius Niger, laureate, right. (Supreme commander (Imperator), Caesar, Gaius Pescennius Niger. Justice of the emperor (Augustus).)
- Reverse
- Mars, helmeted, in military dress, standing front, head right, holding spear in right hand and leaning left onto shield. (To the courage of the emperor (Augustus).)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (193-194) | — |
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