© Münzsammlung des Seminars für Alte Geschichte, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 DE)
© Münzsammlung des Seminars für Alte Geschichte, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 DE)
Sestertius - Severus Alexander PROFECTIO AVGVSTI S C; Victory
| Bronze | 21.9 g | 32 mm |
| 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 | 21.9 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279742 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Severus Alexander, in military attire, on horseback, right, preceded by Victory holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PROFECTIO AVGVSTI S C
Unabridged legend: Profectiones Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Translation: Departure of the emperor (Augustus). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 18.93–27.78 g;Diameter varies: 30–33 mm;
Example of this type:
Münzsammlung des Seminars für Alte Geschichte, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Victory (Victoria) on the reverse side, which was a common motif in Roman coinage, particularly during the reign of Severus Alexander. The image of Victory symbolized the Roman Empire's military conquests and the idea of victory over barbarian tribes. Additionally, the coin's obverse side features an image of Severus Alexander himself, highlighting his role as the emperor and commander of the Roman army.
