Usurpations of Syria Denarius - Pescennius Niger, 193 – 194
VIRTVTI AVG; Mars
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Information
Country
Usurpations of Syria
Usurpations of Syria
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Denarius - Pescennius Niger
Year
193 – 194
Ruler
Pescennius Niger
(193–194)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
2.9
Diameter (mm)
19
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Denarius - Pescennius Niger from Usurpations of Syria. Issued from 193 to 194. Struck in Silver. Measures 19 mm and weighs 2.9 g.
- Obverse
- Head of Pescennius Niger, laureate, right. (Imperator, Caesar, Caius Pescennius Niger. Iustitia Augusti.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. (Virtuti Augusti.To the courage of the emperor (Augustus).)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (193-194) | — |
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