Quinarius - Severus Alexander SPES PVBLICA; Spes
| Silver | - | - |
| 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 | Silver Quinarius (¼) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279310 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Spes, draped, walking left, holding flower in right hand and raising skirt with left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SPES PVBLICA
Translation:
Spes Publica.
Hope of the public.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Quinarius - Severus Alexander coin was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. Emperor Severus Alexander, who ruled from 222 to 235 AD, faced numerous challenges during his reign, including civil wars, barbarian invasions, and economic instability. Despite these challenges, the coinage during his reign remained consistent, with the Quinarius denomination being one of the most widely used coins during this period. The obverse of the coin features a portrait of Severus Alexander, while the reverse features the goddess Spes (Hope) holding a flower, symbolizing the hope for a brighter future. The coin's design and message of hope are particularly interesting, given the turbulent times in which it was minted.