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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Severus Alexander P M TR P V COS II P P
226 year| Silver | 2.8 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Severus Alexander (Marcus Aurelius Severus Alexander) (222-235) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 226 |
| Value | Denarius (½) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.8 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279025 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Severus Alexander, laureate, togate, standing left, sacrificing out of patera in right hand over a lighted tripod and holding a scroll in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P V COS II P P
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Quinta, Consul Secundum, Pater Patriae.
High priest, holder of tribunician power for the fifth time, consul for the second time, father of the nation.
Comment
Mass varies: 1.5–3.45 g;Diameter varies: 16–20.5 mm;
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 (P M TR P V COS II P P) (226) coin is that it features an image of the Roman Emperor Severus Alexander, who ruled from 222 to 235 AD, on one side, and a depiction of the goddess Victory on the other side. This coin was minted during a time of significant political and military turmoil in the Roman Empire, and its design reflects the propaganda efforts of the ruling elite to promote the image of a strong and powerful leader. Despite being made of silver, this coin was not worth much in its time and was likely used for everyday transactions. Today, however, it is a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and historians.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (226) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Denarius - Severus Alexander (P M TR P V COS II P P) (226) coin.
