© Bertolami Fine Arts
© Bertolami Fine Arts
Æ27 - Severus Alexander ΗΓ OYΜ ΤΕPΕΒΕΝΤEΙΝΟY MAPKIANOΠOΛITΩN; Consular Legate Umbrius Tereventinus; Marcianopolis
| Bronze | 10 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Marcianopolis (Moesia Inferior) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Severus Alexander (Marcus Aurelius Severus Alexander) (222-235) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 222-235 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#62990 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Homonoia standing left, holding patera and cornucopia.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΗΓ OYΜ ΤΕPΕΒΕΝΤEΙΝΟY Mgre
APKIANOΠOΛITΩN
Translation: "Consular Legate Umbrius Tereventinus, Marcianopolis"
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Severus Alexander, who was a Roman emperor during the 3rd century AD. Despite being a lesser-known emperor, he played a significant role in Roman history, particularly in the military campaigns against the Sassanid Empire. This coin, which was minted during his reign, serves as a tangible reminder of his legacy and the expansion of the Roman Empire during that time.
