© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
Sestertius - Severus Alexander MONETA AVGVSTI S C; Moneta
| Bronze | 20.6 g | 30.5 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 | 20.6 g |
| Diameter | 30.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279727 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Moneta, draped, standing left, holding scales in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MONETA AVGVSTI S C
Translation:
Moneta Augusti. Senatus Consultum. Senatus Consultum.
The mint of the emperor (Augustus). Decree of the senate. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 15.94–23.844 g;Diameter varies: 29.88–31.27 mm;
Example of this type:
Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Moneta, after whom the coin is named, on the reverse side. Moneta was the goddess of memory, and her image on the coin serves as a reminder of the importance of remembering and honoring the past.
