Septim coin from The Elder Scrolls

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Septims

Septims are The Elder Scrolls' familiar gold currency, used by merchants, trainers, inns and services across Tamriel.

Metal currency Updated on July 11, 2026 1 min read

Important information

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The Elder Scrolls
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Game

What Septims means in its world

Septims are the coins behind the ordinary business of Tamriel. A tavern bed, a training session, a spell tome and a piece of armor all pull from the same purse, so an adventure can turn into a trade decision as soon as a town is reached.

The name is tied to the Septim dynasty, but game systems vary. Skyrim, Oblivion and earlier entries offer different markets, skill training costs and ways to turn loot into money.

Practical reference

The useful details in one place: value, earning, spending and the decisions that can waste this currency.

Value of Septims

Gold coins accepted across much of Tamriel

How Septims reaches your pocket

Loot dungeons, complete quests, sell equipment and use the economy of the chosen Elder Scrolls game.

Where Septims gets spent

Pay merchants, trainers, inns, transport and many quest-related expenses.

Details worth noticing

A high-value item is not automatically worth selling if its enchantment or quest role matters to your build.