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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Severus Alexander MARS VLTOR; Mars
| 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#279289 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Mars, helmeted, walking right, holding spear in right hand and shield in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MARS VLTOR
Translation:
Mars Ultor.
Mars, the avenger.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.34–3.78 g;Diameter varies: 18–22 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Severus Alexander (MARS VLTOR; Mars) coin features an image of the Roman god Mars on the reverse side, which is unusual for a coin issued during the reign of Severus Alexander. This is because Mars was not typically associated with the emperor's personal cult, and it is thought that the inclusion of Mars on the coin may have been a nod to the emperor's military campaigns and victories.
