Denarius - Severus Alexander MARS PROPVG; Mars
| Silver | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279284 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Mars, helmeted, advancing (?) right, holding spear in right hand and shield in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MARS PROPVG
Translation:
Mars Propugnatori.
Mars, the defender.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Severus Alexander (MARS PROPVG; Mars) coin is that it features the Roman god of war, Mars, on one side, and the emperor Severus Alexander on the other. This coin was minted during Alexander's reign from 231-235 AD, and it highlights the importance of military power and the Roman pantheon during that time period.
