© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Severus Alexander IOVI VLTORI S C; Jupiter and Victory
| Bronze | 22.8 g | 31 mm |
| 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 |
| Weight | 22.8 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279695 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Jupiter, half draped, seated left, holding Victory in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IOVI VLTORI S C
Translation:
Jovi Ultori. Senatus Consultum.
To Jupiter, the avenger. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 19.097–26.53 g;Diameter varies: 30–32 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare combination of two deities on its reverse side - Jupiter and Victory. This suggests that the coin may have been minted to commemorate a significant military victory or event during the reign of Severus Alexander. Additionally, the use of bronze as the material for the coin was a common practice during the Roman Empire, as it was a readily available and affordable metal.
