![Denarius - Severus Alexander (VENVS [CAEL]ISTIS; Venus) (222-235) front](/no-image-1.svg)
![Denarius - Severus Alexander (VENVS [CAEL]ISTIS; Venus) (222-235) back](/no-image-2.svg)
Denarius - Severus Alexander VENVS [CAEL]ISTIS; Venus
| Silver | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279377 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Venus, draped, standing left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VENVS [CAEL]ISTIS
Translation:
Venus Caelestis.
Heavenly Venus.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Severus Alexander (VENVS [CAEL]ISTIS; Venus) coin features a unique design on its reverse side, depicting the goddess Venus standing on a rocky outcrop, surrounded by sea creatures and holding a trident. This design is notable for being one of the earliest representations of Venus in Roman coinage, and it signifies the importance of the goddess in Roman mythology and culture.