As - Severus Alexander and Julia Mamaea ADLOCVTIO AVGVSTI COS III P P
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Severus Alexander (Marcus Aurelius Severus Alexander) (222-235) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 222-235 |
| Value | As (1⁄32) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279842 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Severus Alexander, standing left, on platform, accompanied by two officers, addressing three soldiers carrying respectively a standard, shield, and spear.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ADLOCVTIO AVGVSTI COS III P P
Translation:
Adlocutio Augusti. Consul Tertium, Pater Patriae.
Speech of the emperor (Augustus). Consul for the third time, father of the nation.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Julia Mamaea, the mother of Severus Alexander, who was a powerful and influential woman in the Roman Empire during her time. She was known for her intelligence, political savvy, and her efforts to promote the cult of the Roman empresses. Her image on this coin is a testament to her importance in the empire and the fact that women played a significant role in shaping its history.
