© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Severus Alexander P M TR P COS P P S C; Libertas
222 year| Bronze | 21.3 g | 29.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Severus Alexander (Marcus Aurelius Severus Alexander) (222-235) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 222 |
| Value | Sestertius (⅛) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 21.3 g |
| Diameter | 29.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279468 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Libertas, draped, standing, holding pileus in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P COS P P S C
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate, Consul, Pater Patriae. Senatus Consultum.
High priest, holder of tribunician power, consul, father of the nation. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 17.65–24.86 g;Diameter varies: 29–30 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 an image of the Roman goddess Libertas, who represents freedom and liberty, on its reverse side. This is significant because it highlights the importance of individual freedom and the idea of liberty that was central to Roman values and ideals. Additionally, the coin's design and imagery would have served as a symbol of the Roman Empire's power and influence during the time of Severus Alexander's reign.
