Catalog
Æ19 - Septimius Severus and Abgar VIII Edessa
| Issuer | Kingdom of Osroene |
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| Year | 193-211 |
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| Thickness | 2 mm |
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| Obverse description | Laureate and draped bust of Septimius Severus facing right, rendered in provincial style. The portrait displays the emperor's characteristic bearded effigy with a dotted border surrounding the flan. A Greek legend encircles the bust, identifying the emperor by his imperial title. The die work reflects the local Edessene mint tradition, combining Roman iconographic conventions with provincial craftsmanship. The coin exhibits a green patina consistent with prolonged burial, with some surface corrosion partially obscuring the finer details. |
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| Reverse script | Greek |
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| Mintage | ND (193-211) |
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