Quinarius - Severus Alexander VIRTVS AVG; Virtus
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Severus Alexander (Marcus Aurelius Severus Alexander) (222-235) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 222-228 |
| 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#279199 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Virtus, helmeted, in military attire, standing right, holding spear reversed in right hand and resting left hand on shield.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VIRTVS AVG
Translation:
Virtus Augusti.
Courage of the emperor.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Quinarius - Severus Alexander coin was minted during a time of significant economic and military change in the Roman Empire. The coin's design, which features the image of the Roman goddess Virtus (VIRTVS AVG) on one side and the emperor Severus Alexander on the other, reflects the shift towards a more militaristic and authoritarian leadership style that characterized Severus Alexander's reign. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin remains a valuable artifact for historians and collectors, offering insights into the economic and political climate of the Roman Empire during the 3rd century AD.
