© Numismatik Naumann GmbH
© Numismatik Naumann GmbH
Æ25 - Severus Alexander ANTHIO ANTIOCH COL
| Bronze | 9.5 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Antioch of Pisidia (Galatia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Severus Alexander (Marcus Aurelius Severus Alexander) (222-235) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 222-235 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 9.5 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#427960 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
River god Anthios reclining, left, holding cornucopia and resting on vase from which water flows; behind, reed.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ANTHIO ANTIOCH COL
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 power and stability after a period of turmoil. The coin's design and inscriptions reflect the cultural and political influences of the time, and it is a valuable artifact for historians and collectors interested in ancient Roman history.
