Denarius - Severus Alexander PROVIDENTIA AVG; Providentia and Annona
| Silver | - | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Severus Alexander (Marcus Aurelius Severus Alexander) (222-235) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 231-235 |
| Value | Denarius (½) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279297 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Providentia (or Annona), draped, standing left, holding two corn-ears in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand; on ground, modius.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PROVIDENTIA AVG
Translation:
Providentia Augusti.
Providence of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Severus Alexander (PROVIDENTIA AVG; Providentia and Annona) (231-235) coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Providentia on one side, and Annona, the goddess of grain, on the other. This coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Severus Alexander, who was known for his efforts to restore peace and prosperity to the Roman Empire after a period of turmoil. The coin's design reflects the emperor's focus on promoting the ideals of providence and abundance, which were central to his policies.
