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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Severus Alexander IOVI VLTORI; Jupiter and Victory
| Silver | 3.3 g | 19.5 mm |
| 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 |
| Weight | 3.3 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279149 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Jupiter, half-draped, seated left, holding Victory in right hand and spear in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IOVI VLTORI
Translation:
Jovi Ultori.
To Jupiter, the avenger.
Comment
Mass varies: 1.2–16.99 g;Diameter varies: 17–28 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 Victory on the other. This symbolizes the Roman Empire's belief in the power of Jupiter and the idea of victory being a key aspect of their society.
