Denarius - Severus Alexander MARTI PACIFERO; Mars
| Silver | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279357 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Mars, helmeted, standing left, holding branch in right hand and reversed spear in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MARTI PACIFERO
Translation:
Marti Pacifero.
To Mars, the peacemaker.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Severus Alexander (MARTI PACIFERO; Mars) coin features an image of the Roman god Mars on the reverse side, which is unusual for coins of this era. Mars was not a commonly depicted deity on Roman coins, and it's believed that this image was included to highlight Severus Alexander's military prowess and association with the god of war. This coin is a unique representation of the blending of Roman mythology and politics during the Severan dynasty.
