Dupondius - Severus Alexander MARS VLTOR S C; Mars
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Severus Alexander (Marcus Aurelius Severus Alexander) (222-235) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 222-231 |
| Value | Dupondius (1⁄16) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279724 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars, helmeted, walking right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MARS VLTOR S C
Translation:
Mars Ultor. Senatus Consultum.
Mars, the avenger. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius - Severus Alexander coin features an image of Mars, the Roman god of war, on one side, and an image of Emperor Severus Alexander on the other. This coin was minted during a time of significant political and military upheaval in the Roman Empire, and the image of Mars may have been included to symbolize the empire's military strength and power.
