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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Severus Alexander VICTORIA AVG; Victory
| Silver | 2.9 g | 19.5 mm |
| 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 | 2.9 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279369 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, running right, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand; in field, star.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIA AVG
Translation:
Victoria Augusti.
Victory of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Mass varies: 2.09–3.38 g;Diameter varies: 19–20 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
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 diverse and multicultural nature of the Roman Empire during its time.
