As - Severus Alexander P M TR P IIII COS P P S C; Mars
225 year| Bronze | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279514 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars, helmeted, standing left, leaning on shield with right arm and holding spear in left hand.
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
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare representation of the Roman god Mars on the reverse, which was not commonly depicted on coins during the reign of Severus Alexander. The image of Mars is shown holding a spear and a shield, symbolizing the power and strength of the Roman military. This coin is a unique example of how the Roman Empire used their currency to promote their gods and ideals.
