© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
As - Severus Alexander LIBERALITAS AVGVSTI III S C; Liberalitas
| Bronze | 9.2 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 | 9.2 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279712 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Liberalitas, draped, standing left, holding abacus in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LIBERALITAS AVGVSTI III S C
Translation:
Liberatlitas Augusti Tertia. Senatus Consultum.
The third liberality of the emperor (Augustus). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 8.212–10.2 g;Example of this type:
Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Severus Alexander coin is that it features the image of the Roman goddess Liberalitas, which represents the idea of liberty and generosity. The inclusion of this image on the coin may suggest that Severus Alexander was promoting the values of freedom and generosity during his reign. Additionally, the coin's bronze composition and relatively small weight of 9.2 grams make it a significant artifact for historians and collectors studying the monetary systems and economic conditions of the Roman Empire during this time period.
