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Denarius - Severus Alexander NOBILITAS; Nobilitas
| Silver | 3 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 | 3 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279358 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Nobilitas, draped, standing right, holding spear in right hand and palladium (?) in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: NOBILITAS
Translation: Nobility.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.63–3.31 g;Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Severus Alexander (NOBILITAS; Nobilitas) coin is that it features a unique blend of Roman and Greek imagery. On one side, the coin bears the image of Emperor Severus Alexander, while the other side features the goddess Nobilitas, who is depicted holding a scepter and a shield. This blending of Roman and Greek elements reflects the cultural exchange and influence that occurred during the Roman Empire's expansion into Greek territories.
