As - Severus Alexander P M TR P IIII COS P P S C; Fides
225 year| Bronze | 11.1 g | 25.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Severus Alexander (Marcus Aurelius Severus Alexander) (222-235) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 225 |
| Value | As (1⁄32) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 11.1 g |
| Diameter | 25.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279517 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fides, draped, standing left, holding two standards.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P IIII COS P P S C
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Quarta, Consul, Pater Patriae. Senatus Consultum.
High priest, holder of tribunician power for the fourth time, consul, father of the nation. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 10.8–11.45 g;Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Fides (Faith) on the reverse, which was a common motif on coins during the reign of Severus Alexander. Fides was an important symbol of the Roman state and was often depicted holding a patera (a ritual offering dish) and a scepter. The inclusion of Fides on this coin highlights the importance of faith and loyalty in the Roman Empire during this time period.