© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Severus Alexander P M TR P V COS II P P S C; Mars
226 year| Bronze | 21.1 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 |
| Year | 226 |
| Value | Sestertius (⅛) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 21.1 g |
| Diameter | 30.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279530 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars, helmeted, walking right, carrying spear in right hand and trophy in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P V COS II P P S C
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Quinta, Consul Secundum, Pater Patriae. Senatus Consultum.
High priest, holder of tribunician power for the fifth time, consul for the second time, father of the nation. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 19.97–22.27 g;Diameter varies: 30–31 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 representation of the Roman god of war, Mars, on the reverse side. The image of Mars is depicted in a unique way, showing him standing on a rocky outcropping, holding a spear and shield, and surrounded by a wreath of laurel leaves. This representation of Mars is not commonly found on Roman coins, making it a notable and valuable feature of this particular Sestertius.
