198-200 AD Septimius Severus AR Denarius (Extra Fine, XF) Laodicea "IVSTITIA" 198-200 AD Roman Empire AR Denarius Issued during the rule of Septimius Severus, the 21st Emperor of the Roman Empire (193-211 AD) Obverse features a bust of the emperor, facing right, with legend L SEPT SEV AVG IMP XI PART MAX Reverse depicts Justitia (Justice) holding patera and scepter, seated left, with legend IVSTITIA Septimius Severus (145-211 AD) was born in Leptis Magna in the Roman province of Africa. As a young man he advanced through the cursus honorum, and seized power after the death of Emperor Pertinax in 193 during the Year of the Five Emperors. Though his military expenditure was costly to the empire, Severus was a strong, able ruler. It has been said, "his daring ambition was never diverted from its steady course by the allurements of pleasure, the apprehension of danger, or the feelings of humanity." And his enlargement of the Limes Tripolitanus secured Africa, the agricultural base of the empire. Minted in Laodicea Struck from silver Diameter: 19 mm Weight: 3.1 grams Condition: Extra Fine (XF); attractive blue toning in spots Catalog number: RIC#505, BMC#286.660, Sear#6295, RSC#251, VM#61, C#251 Visit Our Store: Continental Coin and Jewelry Free US Shipping with Insurance Included: All items are professionally packaged and shipped. All shipments include insurance and delivery confirmation or signature confirmation. Local Pick-up is available in our showroom. (Contact us for payment methods to pay on pickup.) International Shipping: Worldwide shipping at buyer's expense. *The customs requirements for each country, including all import duties, taxes, and fees are the responsibility of the buyer. All international packages will have the required customs declaration and value of order. California Buyers: 9% sales tax will be added. If you spend the equivalent of $1,500.00 or more on coins or bullion, those items are tax-free! Returns Policy: Your continuing satisfaction is very important to us. We offer a 30 day money back return policy. If you are unhappy with your purchase for any reason, please notify us so that we can begin the returns process. Please note that the buyer is responsible for return shipping and a 20% restocking fee. About Us: As one of the largest Coin Jewelry Companies on the west coast, Continental has been the destination for coins, jewelry, fine art and collectibles for over 50 years. All items for sale are available for viewing at our Southern California showroom. If you have any questions, comments or concerns, please let us know, and we will respond as soon as possible. For immediate service, please contact us at the phone number below. Thank you. Continental Coin and Jewelry Company Web Department: Monday ? Friday, from 10:30am ? 6:00pm PST Reference Item # ANC-1314 JBC 11/2/15