Denarius - Severus Alexander AETERNITATIBVS
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Severus Alexander (Marcus Aurelius Severus Alexander) (222-235) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 222-228 |
| 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#279125 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Woman, standing, leaning on column, holding globe in right hand and javelin in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: AETERNITATIBVS
Translation:
Aeternitatibus.
[Dedicated to] the eternities.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Severus Alexander (AETERNITATIBVS) (222-228) coin features an image of the Roman goddess Salus on the reverse side, which is a symbol of safety, security, and well-being. This image was chosen to promote the idea that the Roman Empire was a place of stability and prosperity under the rule of Emperor Severus Alexander.
