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© Kunst Historisches Museum Wien
Æ39 - Severus Alexander ΘΗΜΙϹΩΝΕΩΝ
| Bronze | 21.66 g | 39 mm |
| Issuer | Themisonium (Conventus of Philomelium) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Severus Alexander (Marcus Aurelius Severus Alexander) (222-235) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 222-235 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 21.66 g |
| Diameter | 39 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#411155 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Heracles standing facing, head right, holding club and lion skin; to left, Lykabas (or Apollo Lyceus), standing facing, head right, leading horse by bridle, left; to right, Hermes standing facing, head left, holding purse and caduceus.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΘΗΜΙϹΩΝΕΩΝ
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 his relatively short reign, he made significant reforms to the Roman Empire, including the establishment of a new currency system, which is reflected in the design of this coin. Additionally, the coin's minting location, Themisonium, was an important center for trade and commerce during that time, making this coin a valuable piece of history.