Roman Empire. Septimius Severus (AD 193-211). Denarius Laodicea ad Mare AD 198. VICT AVGG COS II P P, Victory advancing left, holding wreath and palm. (No reserve price)

This denarius from AD 198 features Emperor Septimius Severus, who ruled from 193 to 211. The coin was minted in Laodicea ad Mare, reflecting the expansion of imperial minting beyond Rome's city limits to significant provincial centers in the eastern Mediterranean. The obverse likely carries inscriptions affirming Severus' victories and consular status. The reverse depicts Victory advancing left, holding a wreath and palm, symbols representing military triumph and peace following battle. Victory personifications were widely used in Roman coinage to celebrate and advertise the emperor’s successes and divine favor, reinforcing his legitimacy and prestige among citizens and soldiers alike.