Denarius - Severus Alexander (PVDICITIA; Pudicitia) (222-235) front Denarius - Severus Alexander (PVDICITIA; Pudicitia) (222-235) back
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Denarius - Severus Alexander PVDICITIA; Pudicitia

 
Silver 2.2 g -
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Severus Alexander (Marcus Aurelius Severus Alexander) (222-235)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
222-235
Value
Denarius (½)
Currency
Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301)
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.2 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#279376
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Pudicitia, draped, seated left.

Script: Latin

Lettering: PVDICITIA

Translation:
Pudicitia.
Purity.

Comment

Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

The Denarius - Severus Alexander (PVDICITIA; Pudicitia) coin features an image of the Roman goddess Pudicitia (also known as Pudicity) on the reverse side, which is a symbol of modesty and chastity. This is interesting because it highlights the importance of moral values and virtues in Roman culture during the time of Severus Alexander's reign.