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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Severus Alexander P M TR P COS P P; Mars
222 year| Silver | 2.2 g | 20 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 | 2.2 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#278963 |
|---|---|
| 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
Example of this type:American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Severus Alexander (P M TR P COS P P; Mars) (222) 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 commemorate Severus Alexander's military victories and his role as a military leader. This coin is a rare example of a Roman coin that combines the image of a deity with a military theme, making it a unique and interesting piece of history.
