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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Severus Alexander IOVI PROPVGNATORI; Jupiter
| Silver | 3 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 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279278 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
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: 2.28–3.95 g;Diameter varies: 19–21.5 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 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 it was used as a standard circulation coin throughout the Roman Empire. The fact that it features an image of Jupiter suggests that the emperor was trying to associate himself with the powerful deity, and the use of silver in its production indicates that it was a valuable and highly sought-after coin at the time.
