As - Severus Alexander VICTORIA AVGVSTI S C; Victory
| Bronze | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279773 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, standing left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIA AVGVSTI S C
Translation:
Victoria Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Victory of the emperor (Augustus). Decree of the senate.
Comment
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 Victory (Victoria) on the reverse side, which was a common motif in Roman coinage during this period. The image of Victory was meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's military prowess and dominance over its territories. Additionally, the coin's obverse side features the portrait of Severus Alexander, who was the Roman Emperor at the time of its minting. This coin is a rare and valuable artifact that provides insight into the economic, political, and cultural aspects of the Roman Empire during the 3rd century AD.
