© Trustees of the British Museum
© Trustees of the British Museum
Sestertius - Severus Alexander ROMAE AETERNAE S C; Roma and Victory
| Bronze | 20.8 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 | 20.8 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279753 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Roma, helmeted, draped, seated left, on shield, holding Victory in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ROMAE AETERNAE S C
Translation:
Romae Aeternae. Senatus Consultum.
Everlasting Rome. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Example of this type:Trustees of the British Museum
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Sestertius coin features an image of Victory on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Severus Alexander. This image symbolized the Roman Empire's military victories and the idea of victory being bestowed upon the emperor by the gods. The use of Victory on coins was a way for the emperor to promote his military successes and reinforce his legitimacy as a ruler.
