© Aquistapace
© Aquistapace
Æ25 - Severus Alexander Alexandria Troas
| Copper | 6.9 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Alexandria Troas (Conventus of Adramyteum) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Severus Alexander (Marcus Aurelius Severus Alexander) (222-235) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 222-235 |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 6.9 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#290716 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Horse advancing, right, grazing
Lettering: COL AL AV TRO
Interesting fact
The coin features an image of Severus Alexander, who was a Roman emperor who ruled from 222 to 235 AD. He was known for his military campaigns against the Sassanid Empire and his efforts to restore the Roman Empire's borders and economy. The coin's design may have been inspired by the emperor's military successes and his efforts to promote stability and prosperity throughout the empire.
