© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Severus Alexander POINTIF MAX TR P IIII COS P P S C
225 year| Bronze | 19.2 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Severus Alexander (Marcus Aurelius Severus Alexander) (222-235) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 225 |
| Value | Sestertius (⅛) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 19.2 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279528 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Severus Alexander, in military attire, standing left, holding globe in right hand and inverted spear in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: POINTIF MAX TR P IIII COS P P S C
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Quarta, Consul Tertium, Pater Patriae. Senatus Consultum.
High priest, holder of tribunician power for the fourth time, consul, father of the nation. Decree of the senate.
Comment
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 Severus Alexander, who was a Roman emperor who ruled from 222 to 235 AD. He was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to restore peace and stability to the empire after a period of turmoil. The coin's design, which includes an image of the emperor and various other symbols and inscriptions, provides valuable insight into the iconography and propaganda strategies of the Roman Empire during this time period.
