© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Æ27 - Severus Alexander
| Bronze | 13.94 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Koinon of Macedonia (Roman province of Macedonia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Severus Alexander (Marcus Aurelius Severus Alexander) (222-235) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 231-235 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 13.94 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#395823 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Alexander the Great standing facing, head right, holding spear and parazonium
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΚΟΙΝΟΝ ΜΑΚЄΔΟΝΩΝ ΝЄΩ
Interesting fact
The coin features an image of Severus Alexander, who was the Roman Emperor 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 stability after a period of turmoil. The coin's design, which includes an image of the emperor and various symbols and inscriptions, reflects the cultural and political influences of the Roman Empire during this time period.