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Denarius - Severus Alexander VICTORIA AVG; Victory
| Silver | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279314 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, standing left, holding shield in right hand and palm in left hand; at feet, kneeling or seated captive.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIA AVG
Translation:
Victoria Augusti.
Victory of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Severus Alexander (VICTORIA AVG; Victory) coin is that it features a unique blend of Roman and Greek influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts the emperor Severus Alexander with a distinctly Roman hairstyle, while the reverse side features the goddess Victory (Victoria) holding a wreath and a palm branch, which are both symbols of Greek origin. This blending of cultural influences reflects the ongoing cultural exchange and syncretism that occurred during the Roman Empire's expansion into the Mediterranean region.
