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Denarius - Severus Alexander P M TR P VIII COS III P P; Mars
229 year| Silver | 2.4 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Severus Alexander (Marcus Aurelius Severus Alexander) (222-235) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 229 |
| Value | Denarius (½) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.4 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279067 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
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 VIII COS III P P
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Octava, Consul Tertium, Pater Patriae.
High priest, holder of tribunician power for the eighth time, consul for the third time, father of the nation.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.35–2.4 g;Diameter varies: 17–19 mm;
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Severus Alexander (P M TR P VIII COS III P P; Mars) (229) coin features an image of the Roman god Mars on the reverse side, which was a common motif on coins during the Severan dynasty. Mars was considered a symbol of military power and strength, and his depiction on the coin may have been intended to highlight the military prowess of the Roman Empire during the reign of Severus Alexander.
