Denarius - Severus Alexander VIRTVS AVG; Virtus and Roma
| Silver | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279259 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Virtus (or Roma), seated left, on cuirass holding branch in right hand and sceptre (or spear) in left hand; behind, shield.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VIRTVS AVG
Translation:
Virtus Augusti.
Courage of the emperor.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Severus Alexander (VIRTVS AVG; Virtus and Roma) (228-231) coin is that it features the image of the Roman goddess Virtus on one side, and the personification of the city of Rome, Roma, on the other. This coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Severus Alexander, who was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to restore peace and stability to the Roman Empire after a period of turmoil. The coin's design reflects the emperor's focus on promoting the values of virtue and strength, which were seen as essential to the well-being and prosperity of the empire.
