Dupondius - Severus Alexander ROMAE AETERNAE S C; Roma and Victory
| 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#279750 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Roma, helmeted, draped, seated left, on shield, holding Victory in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ROMAE AETERNAE S C
Translation:
Romae Aeternae. Senatus Consultum.
Everlasting Rome. 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 the image of the Roman goddess Victory (Victoria) on its reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the Severan dynasty. The image of Victory was meant to symbolize the power and dominance of the Roman Empire, and it was often depicted holding a wreath or a palm branch, as seen on this particular coin.
