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Denarius - Severus Alexander VIRTVS AVG
| Silver (.500) | 2.2 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 | 228-231 |
| Value | Denarius (½) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver (.500) |
| Weight | 2.2 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279263 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Severus Alexander, in military dress, walking right, carrying spear in right hand and trophy in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VIRTVS AVG
Translation:
Virtus Augusti.
Courage of the emperor.
Comment
Mass varies: 1.78–3.03 g;Diameter varies: 18.84–20 mm;
Example of this type:
Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman emperor Severus Alexander, who ruled from 228 to 231 AD, on one side, and the goddess Victory (VIRTVS AVG) on the other. This coin was minted during a time of significant political and military turmoil in the Roman Empire, and its design reflects the emperor's efforts to promote his military victories and legitimacy. Despite being made of silver, this coin is relatively lightweight, weighing only 2.2 grams, which was a common weight for denarii coins during this period.
