As - Severus Alexander and Julia Mamaea ROMAE AETERNAE; Roma
| 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 |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279854 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Severus Alexander, standing left, with soldier, sacrificing before shrine with a statue of Roma; before, two priests; behind, two spears.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ROMAE AETERNAE
Unabridged legend: Romae Aeternae.
Translation: Everlasting Rome.
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 played a significant role in the political and military affairs of the empire, and her image on the coin reflects her importance and status.
