Sestertius - Severus Alexander ADLOCVTIO AVGVSTI S C
| 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 | Sestertius (⅛) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279676 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Severus Alexander, in military attire, standing left, on platform, accompanied by prefect and officers, addressing three soldiers carrying standards.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ADLOCVTIO AVGVSTI S C
Translation:
Adlocutio Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Speech of the emperor (Augustus). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Sestertius - Severus Alexander coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Salus, who is depicted standing and holding a patera, a ritual offering dish, and a snake, which symbolizes healing and protection. This image signifies the importance of the goddess Salus in Roman culture and the desire to promote health and well-being through the coin's design.
