© magicznyleszek (CC0)
© magicznyleszek (CC0)
Assarion - Severus Alexander ΝΙΚΑΙΕΩΝ
| Bronze | 4.38 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Nicaea (Bithynia and Pontus) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Severus Alexander (Marcus Aurelius Severus Alexander) (222-235) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 222-235 |
| Value | Assarion (0.1) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.38 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#409497 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Three military standards, topped by wreaths.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
NI-K-AI-E
ΩN
Comment
There are two coins with similar bust (spiked crown) and same reverse letters split: “NI-K-AI-E”.
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 against the Sassanid Empire and his efforts to restore the Roman Empire's power and stability after a period of turmoil. The coin's design and inscriptions reflect the cultural and political influences of the time, making it a valuable piece of history for collectors and historians.
