© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
As - Severus Alexander P M TR P X COS III P P S C; Sol
231 year| Bronze | 10.8 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Severus Alexander (Marcus Aurelius Severus Alexander) (222-235) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 231 |
| Value | As (1⁄32) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10.8 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279625 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Sol, radiate, head left, standing front, raising right hand and holding whip in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P X COS III P P S C
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Decima, Consul Tertium, Pater Patriae. Senatus Consultum.
High priest, holder of tribunician power for the tenth time, consul for the third time, father of the nation. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 10.326–11.34 g;Diameter varies: 25.51–32 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Severus Alexander, who was a Roman emperor who ruled from 222 to 235 AD. He was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to restore the Roman Empire's power and stability after a period of turmoil. The coin's design, which includes an image of the emperor and various symbols and inscriptions, provides valuable insight into the iconography and propaganda methods used by the Roman Empire during this time period.
