© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
As - Severus Alexander PROVIDENTIA AVG S C; Providentia
| Bronze | 10.8 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 |
| Years | 231-235 |
| Value | As (1⁄32) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10.8 g |
| Diameter | 25.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279816 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Providentia, draped, standing front, head left, holding two corn-ears in right hand over modius and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PROVIDENTIA AVG S C
Translation:
Providentia Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Providence of the emperor (Augustus). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 9.145–12.355 g;Diameter varies: 24–27 mm;
Example of this type:
Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The coin features an image of Providentia, the Roman goddess of foresight and providence, on the reverse side. This is fitting, as Severus Alexander, the emperor depicted on the obverse side, was known for his efforts to secure the empire's borders and ensure its prosperity during his reign.
