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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Æ32 - Severus Alexander
| Bronze | 23 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Antioch on the Orontes (Syria) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Severus Alexander (Marcus Aurelius Severus Alexander) (222-235) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 222-235 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 23 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#374541 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Turreted and draped bust of goddess Tyche of the City facing right. Ram leaping right, looking back, above crown.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΑΝΤΙΟXЄΩΝ ΜΗΤΡΟ ΚΟΛΩ
Δ Є
S C
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, which includes an image of the emperor and various other symbols and inscriptions, provides valuable insight into the political and cultural context of the time.
