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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Severus Alexander P M TR P X COS III P P; Mars
231 year| Silver | 2.7 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Severus Alexander (Marcus Aurelius Severus Alexander) (222-235) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 231 |
| Value | Denarius (½) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.7 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279095 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars, helmeted, in military attire, standing left, holding spear in right hand and resting left hand on shield, resting on ground at side.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P X COS III P P
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Decima, Consul Tertium, Pater Patriae.
High priest, holder of tribunician power for the tenth time, consul for the third time, father of the nation.
Comment
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 a rare depiction of the Roman god of war, Mars, on the reverse side, which is unusual for a denarius coin. Typically, the reverse side of denarii coins featured images of various gods and goddesses, but Mars was not commonly depicted on coins during this time period. This makes the coin a unique and interesting artifact for collectors and historians studying the Roman Empire.
