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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Severus Alexander IOVI PROPVGNATORI; Jupiter
| Silver | 3.1 g | 20 mm |
| 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 | Denarius (½) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.1 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279277 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Jupiter, walking left, holding thunderbolt in right hand and eagle in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IOVI PROPVGNATORI
Translation:
Iovi Propugnatori.
Jupiter, the defender.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.34–3.77 g;Diameter varies: 19.5–21 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Jupiter, the Roman god of the sky and thunder, on one side, and an image of the emperor Severus Alexander on the other. This coin was minted during Alexander's reign, which lasted from 231 to 235 AD, and was likely used as a means of promoting the emperor's image and legitimacy. The use of Jupiter's image on the coin may have been intended to associate Alexander with the power and authority of the god, and to emphasize his role as the protector and guardian of the Roman Empire.
