Denarius - Severus Alexander DIANA LVCIFERA; Diana
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Severus Alexander (Marcus Aurelius Severus Alexander) (222-235) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 222-235 |
| 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#279373 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Diana, draped, standing left, holding torch in right hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DIANA LVCIFERA
Translation:
Diana Lucifera.
Diana, the bringer of light.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The obverse of the coin features a portrait of Emperor Severus Alexander, while the reverse depicts the goddess Diana holding a hunting spear and a crescent moon, symbolizing the Roman Empire's patronage of the arts and sciences. The coin's design was meant to promote the emperor's image as a protector and patron of the arts, and it is considered a rare and valuable example of Roman numismatic art.