Sestertius - Severus Alexander IVSTITIA AVGVSTI S C; Justitia
| Bronze | 18.3 g | 28.5 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 | 18.3 g |
| Diameter | 28.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279698 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Justitia, draped, seated left, holding patera in right hand and sceptre upright in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IVSTITIA AVGVSTI S C
Translation:
Iustitia Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Justice of the emperor (Augustus). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Justitia, the Roman goddess of justice, on one side, and an inscription that translates to "Justice of the Augustus" on the other. This highlights the importance of justice and fairness in Roman society during the reign of Severus Alexander.
