Denarius - Severus Alexander P M TR P IIII COS P P; Aequitas
225 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Severus Alexander (Marcus Aurelius Severus Alexander) (222-235) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 225 |
| 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#279019 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Aequitas, draped, standing left, holding scales in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P IIII COS P P
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Quarta, Consul, Pater Patriae.
High priest, holder of tribunician power for the fourth time, consul, father of the nation.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Severus Alexander (P M TR P IIII COS P P; Aequitas) (225) coin features an image of the Roman goddess Aequitas, who represents fairness and justice, on its reverse side. This is significant because it highlights the importance of justice and fairness in Roman society during the reign of Emperor Severus Alexander. The inclusion of this image on the coin suggests that the emperor wanted to emphasize the value of these virtues in his administration and to promote them among his people.
