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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Æ38 - Severus Alexander ΕΠΙ ϹΤΡΑ ΑΥΡ Κ ΑΝΤΑΝΔΡΙΩΝ
| Bronze | 35.17 g | 38 mm |
| Issuer | Antandrus (Conventus of Adramyteum) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Severus Alexander (Marcus Aurelius Severus Alexander) (222-235) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 222-235 |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 35.17 g |
| Diameter | 38 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#402906 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Aeneas in military dress advancing, right, looking back, leading Ascanius by hand and carrying Anchises on shoulder towards galley prow.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΕΠΙ ϹΤΡΑ ΑΥΡ Κ[...] ΑΝΤΑΝΔΡΙΩΝ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it 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 and his efforts to restore the Roman Empire's power and prosperity. 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.