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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Severus Alexander P M TR P COS P P; Mars
222 year| Silver | 3.1 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Severus Alexander (Marcus Aurelius Severus Alexander) (222-235) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 222 |
| Value | Denarius (½) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.1 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#278962 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Mars, helmeted, in military attire standing left, holding olive-branch in right hand and spear reversed in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P COS P P
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate, Consul, Pater Patriae.
High priest, holder of tribunician power, consul, father of the nation.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.569–3.77 g;Diameter varies: 18–21 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius coin featuring Severus Alexander (P M TR P COS P P; Mars) was minted during a time of significant political and military turmoil in the Roman Empire. Despite this, the coin's design remained relatively consistent with previous issues, with the obverse featuring a portrait of the emperor and the reverse showing Mars, the god of war, standing left and holding a spear and shield. This coin is a testament to the enduring power and influence of the Roman Empire, even during times of upheaval.
