© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Severus Alexander P M TR P VI COS II P P
227 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 | 227 |
| 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#279042 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
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 VI COS II P P
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Sexta, Consul Secundum, Pater Patriae.
High priest, holder of tribunician power for the sixth time, consul for the second time, father of the nation.
Comment
Mass varies: 2–4.16 g;Diameter varies: 17.37–20.5 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Emperor Severus Alexander, who was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to restore peace and stability to the Roman Empire after a period of turmoil. Despite his achievements, Alexander's reign was cut short when he was assassinated by his soldiers in 235 AD. This coin, minted in 227 AD, provides a glimpse into the early years of Alexander's reign and the efforts he made to promote his image as a strong and capable leader.
