Sestertius - Severus Alexander VICTORIA AVGVSTI; Victory
| Bronze | 19.3 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 |
| Years | 231-235 |
| Value | Sestertius (⅛) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 19.3 g |
| Diameter | 29.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279835 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Severus Alexander, in military attire, on horseback, right, thrusting lance in right hand; followed by soldier and preceded by Victory; on ground, seated captive.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIA AVGVSTI
Unabridged legend: Victoria Augusti.
Translation: Victory of the emperor.
Comment
Mass varies: 17.47–21.1 g;Diameter varies: 29–30 mm;
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 Victory (Victoria) on one side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during this period. The image of Victory was meant to symbolize the power and dominance of the Roman Empire, and it was often depicted holding a wreath or a palm branch, as seen on this coin. The use of Victory as a symbol of Roman power and influence can be traced back to the reign of Emperor Augustus (27 BC - 14 AD), who used it to promote his military victories and the expansion of the Roman Empire.
