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© Institute of Classics/University of Graz
Sestertius - Severus Alexander POTESTAS PERPETV S C; Securitas
| Bronze | 23.5 g | - |
| 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 | 23.5 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279737 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Securitas, draped, seated left, by lighted altar, holding sceptre in right hand and supporting head with left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: POTESTAS PERPETV S C
Translation:
Potestas Perpetua. Senatus Consultum.
Perpetual power. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Example of this type:Institute of Classics/University of Graz
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 Securitas on the reverse, which represents the security and stability of the Roman Empire during the reign of Severus Alexander.
