Denarius - Severus Alexander FECVND AVGVSTAE; Fecunditas
| 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#279374 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fecunditas, draped, standing.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FECVND AVGVSTAE
Translation:
Fecunditas Augustae.
Imperial fertility.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Severus Alexander (FECVND AVGVSTAE; Fecunditas) coin features an image of the Roman goddess Fecunditas on the reverse side, which is an interesting choice given that Fecunditas was not a widely worshiped deity during the Roman Empire. Fecunditas was the goddess of fertility and childbirth, and her association with the emperor Severus Alexander may suggest that he was particularly interested in promoting fertility and population growth during his reign. This coin may have been part of a larger propaganda effort to promote the emperor's policies and ideals.