As - Severus Alexander and Julia Mamaea PONTIF MAX TR P X COS III P P S C; PROF AVG; 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#279853 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Severus Alexander, on horseback, right; preceded by Victory holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand, followed by soldier holding spear; behind, two standards.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PONTIF MAX TR P X COS III P P S C; PROF AVG
Unabridged legend: Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Decima, Consul Tertium, Pater Patriae, Senatus Consultum. Profectiones Augusti.
Translation: High priest, holder of tribunician power for the tenth time, consul for the third time, father of the nation, Decree of the senate. Departure of the emperor.
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 years of Severus Alexander's reign, and is a unique example of a Roman coin featuring a female figure in such a prominent manner.