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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Severus Alexander P M TR P XI COS III P P S C; Sol
232 year| Bronze | 18.7 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 | 232 |
| Value | Sestertius (⅛) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 18.7 g |
| Diameter | 29.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279643 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Sol, radiate, head left, standing front, raising right hand and holding whip in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P XI COS III P P S C
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Undecima, Consul Tertium, Pater Patriae. Senatus Consultum.
High priest, holder of tribunician power for the eleventh time, consul for the third time, father of the nation. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 14.9–21.73 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 emperor Severus Alexander, who ruled from 222 to 235 AD, on one side, and a depiction of the sun god Sol on the other. This coin was minted during a time of significant political and military turmoil in the Roman Empire, and its design reflects the emperor's efforts to promote his image as a powerful and divine leader.
