© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
Denarius - Severus Alexander LIBERTAS AVG; Libertas
| Silver | 4 g | 19 mm |
| 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 |
| Weight | 4 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279353 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Libertas, draped, standing left, holding pileus in right hand and sceptre in left hand; in field, star.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LIBERTAS AVG
Translation:
Libertas Augusti.
Freedom of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Example of this type:Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Severus Alexander (LIBERTAS AVG; Libertas) coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Libertas on the reverse side, which was a symbol of freedom and liberty in ancient Rome. This is significant because it highlights the importance of individual freedom and the rule of law in Roman society during the time of Severus Alexander's reign (222-235 AD). Additionally, the fact that the coin was made of silver and weighs 4 grams suggests that it was a valuable and widely used form of currency during this period.
