As - Severus Alexander and Julia Mamaea P M TR P VIIII COS III P P; VOT X; Victory
| 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#279851 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Severus Alexander, seated left, holding Victory in right hand and sceptre in left hand, crowned by Victory, behind; in front, soldier placing on column, shield inscribed, VOT X.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P VIIII COS III P P; VOT X
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Nona, Consul Tertium, Pater Patriae. Votis Decennalibus.
High priest, holder of tribunician power for the ninth time, consul for the third time, father of the nation. Vows (prayers) for ten years of rule.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare representation of Julia Mamaea, the mother of Severus Alexander, on the reverse side. She is depicted standing next to her son, who is seated on a throne, and is shown holding a scepter and a small statue of Victory. This image highlights the important role that Julia Mamaea played in the early life and reign of Severus Alexander, who was only 14 years old when he became emperor.