Denarius - Severus Alexander ABVNDANTIA AVG; Abundantia
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Severus Alexander (Marcus Aurelius Severus Alexander) (222-235) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 228-231 |
| Value | Denarius (½) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279202 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Abundantia, draped, standing left, emptying cornucopiae with both hands.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ABVNDANTIA AVG
Translation:
Abundantia Augusti.
Imperial abundance.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Severus Alexander (ABVNDANTIA AVG; Abundantia) coin was issued during a time of great economic and political change in the Roman Empire. The coin's design, which features the goddess Abundantia on the reverse, was meant to symbolize the prosperity and abundance of the Roman Empire under the rule of Severus Alexander. However, despite the coin's positive message, the Roman Empire was actually facing significant economic challenges during this time, including inflation, debasement of the currency, and a decline in trade. Despite these challenges, the Denarius - Severus Alexander coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item today, with some examples selling for thousands of dollars at auction.
