As - Severus Alexander IOVI VLTORI S C; Jupiter and Victory
| Bronze | 11.2 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Severus Alexander (Marcus Aurelius Severus Alexander) (222-235) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 222-231 |
| Value | As (1⁄32) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 11.2 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279697 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Jupiter, half draped, seated left, holding Victory in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IOVI VLTORI S C
Translation:
Jovi Ultori. Senatus Consultum.
To Jupiter, the avenger. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare combination of symbols, with Jupiter and Victory on the reverse, which signifies the Roman Emperor Severus Alexander's efforts to promote the cult of Jupiter and his military victories.
