Dupondius - Severus Alexander PROVIDENTIA DEORVM 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 | 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#279745 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Providentia, draped, standing left, legs crossed, holding wand in right hand over globe and cornucopiae; leaning on column with left arm.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PROVIDENTIA DEORVM S C
Translation:
Providentia Deorum. Senatus Consultum.
Providence of the gods. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Dupondius - Severus Alexander coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Providentia on the reverse side, which represents the divine protection and guidance of the Roman people. This coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Severus Alexander, who ruled the Roman Empire from 222 to 231 AD. The image of Providentia on the coin symbolizes the emperor's belief in the importance of divine providence in the success of his rule and the prosperity of the Roman Empire.
