Shiny Septims - Oblivion
⚪ Last updated 2009⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 1.2% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #48 of 308 Gameplay Effects and Changes mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Shiny Septims - Roman Aureus & Sestertius --------------------------------------- By: Painkiller_Rider & VagabondAngel Credits: --------- Painkiller_Rider - new textures and concept VagabondAngel - original mesh What it does? ------------------ - Replaces all the gold coins in the game with new meshes and textures. INSTALLATION: ------------------ 1. Extract the included files and sub-folders to a temporary folder of your choice. 2. Copy/over-write the sub-folders and files into \"Oblivion Install Folder\\Data\". 3. Select ONE Esp file (of your choice) in your Data Files menu (selecting both will likely crash your game). 3. Enjoy! Important Notes: ------------------ - WARNING: this hereby mod is NOT based on Tamrielic lore, but rather on personal taste and choice. For a lore-friendly approach, please download VagabondAngel\'s outstanding Better Gold replacer! - The coins present in this mod are reproductions of coins from the Roman Empire, as follows: - Septimus\' Septims, based on an Aureus coin (. 999 Gold!) minted under Emperor Septimus Severus (sic!). This coin has a better condition look, with the lettering and details showing up beautifully. - Trajan\'s Septims, based on a Sestertius coin (bronze) minted under Emperor Trajan\'s rule. This coin has a more battered look, with the original lettering worn out almost completely and missing the shine of the above Aureus. - Please require permission and give due credit for the use of these meshes and textures in your own mods! Failure to do so will result in aeternal damnation to the lowest plane of Oblivion! Lowest-resolution, that is... Special Thanks: ---------------------- Bethesda for the great game and background for modding, VagabondAngel for the superb original work, Locthebard for the idea of bringing these coins to Oblivion and the TES community for being with me all along... Painkiller_Rider NOTE ON THE RESOURCE RELEASE: - Adds a number of 7 new coin meshes, textures and icons: Iron, Copper, Nickel, Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum - each mesh is slightly bigger from one denomination to the next; also, the Silver, Gold and Platinum meshes are using EnvMap2&Apply_Hilight, for a better shining effect. - Use them as you see fit - the included Esp has only a sample value, just for evaluation purposes. Will add a pair of each new coin in a cell named PainCoinsTest. The folders containing the above files are all named PainCoins and reside within each of their respective folders (Meshes, Textures and Textures\\Menus\\Icons). - The coins present in this mod are reproductions of real coins from the Roman and Greek ages, most based on the Roman Emperor Septimus Severus\' coin issues. - This is a resource, so use it at your own will and risk. Giving due credit for the use of these meshes and textures in your own mods will be appreciated... More in the included readme. Change Note: I have replaced Steel with Copper, same texture, just d
Shiny Septims - Oblivion replaces all gold coin meshes and textures in Oblivion with new, shiny versions. This purely cosmetic mod has 1,431 endorsements and over 114,000 downloads, making it a popular choice for players wanting a visual upgrade. Last updated in 2009, it remains a simple drop-in enhancement.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with 1,431 endorsements and over 114k downloads
- Easy to install – just drop the files in your Data folder
- Gives your gold a fresh, polished look without altering gameplay
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2009 – may have compatibility issues with newer mods or patches
- Purely cosmetic – if you're looking for gameplay changes, this isn't it
- No screenshots or detailed instructions provided, so you're flying blind on the exact look
For Oblivion players who want a visual upgrade to their gold coins without messing with gameplay. If you're a completionist or just like shiny things, this is a quick win. Skip if you want gameplay overhauls – this is purely cosmetic.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure to back up your original meshes and textures if you want to revert, though the mod is easy to remove by deleting the files.
- Use a mod manager like Oblivion Mod Manager (OBMM) or Wrye Bash to keep track of your mods and avoid conflicts.
- Check the mod's file structure – if it includes .esp files, you'll need to activate them in your load order, but this one is likely just mesh/texture replacers.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Oblivion Mods
- Author
- Painkiller_Rider
- Version
- 1.0
- Downloads
- 114,550
- Endorsements
- 1,431
- Category
- Gameplay Effects and Changes
- Created
- 4/11/2009
- Updated
- 5/21/2009
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