Dupondius - Severus Alexander PROVIDENTIA AVG S C; Providentia
| Bronze | - | - |
| 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 | Dupondius (1⁄16) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279821 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Providentia, draped, standing front, head left, holding corn-ears in right hand over modius and anchor in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PROVIDENTIA AVG S C
Unabridged legend: Providentia Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Translation: Providence of the emperor. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius - Severus Alexander coin was used to pay soldiers and civil servants during the Roman Empire. It was a widely used denomination and was minted in large quantities, making it a common find for collectors today.
