Sestertius - Severus Alexander LIBERALITAS AVGVST S C; Liberalitas
| Bronze | 25.5 g | - |
| 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 | 25.5 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279703 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Severus Alexander, seated on platform, behind him, lictor standing; in front, Liberalitas, standing, holding abacus in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand; citizen mounting steps.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LIBERALITAS AVGVST S C
Translation:
Liberatlitas Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
The liberality of the emperor (Augustus). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 25.25–25.67 g;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 Liberalitas, who represents liberality, generosity, and freedom. The coin's design was meant to promote the idea of the Roman Empire as a benevolent and generous power, and the image of Liberalitas was meant to symbolize the emperor's commitment to the welfare of his subjects.