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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Severus Alexander P M TR P VI COS II P P; Mars
227 year| Silver | 2.8 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 | 227 |
| Value | Denarius (½) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.8 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279033 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Mars, helmeted, in military attire, walking right, carrying spear in right hand and trophy 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: 1.2–3.48 g;Diameter varies: 18.25–20.1 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 the Roman god Mars on the reverse side, which was a common motif on coins during the reign of Severus Alexander. Mars was considered a symbol of military power and strength, and his depiction on the coin may have been intended to emphasize the emperor's role as a military leader and protector of the empire.
