Aureus - Severus Alexander MARS VLTOR; Mars
| Gold | - | - |
| 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 | Aureus (25⁄2) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279287 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars, helmeted, walking right, holding spear in right hand and shield in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MARS VLTOR
Translation:
Mars Ultor.
Mars, the avenger.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus - Severus Alexander (MARS VLTOR; Mars) coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Severus Alexander (231-235 AD), who was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to restore peace and stability to the Roman Empire after a period of turmoil. The coin's obverse features a portrait of the emperor, while the reverse depicts Mars, the Roman god of war, holding a spear and a shield. The coin was made of gold, which was a valuable and prestigious metal at the time, and its high gold content made it a symbol of the empire's wealth and power.
