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Sestertius - Severus Alexander VIRTVS AVGSTI S C
| Bronze | 18.3 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 | 222-231 |
| Value | Sestertius (⅛) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 18.3 g |
| Diameter | 29.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279786 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Severus Alexander, in military attire, standing left, holding globe in right hand and reversed spear in left hand, right foot on helmet,.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VIRTVS AVGSTI S C
Translation:
Virtus Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Courage of the emperor. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 11.28–25.26 g;Diameter varies: 28.5–32 mm;
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 231 AD. He was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to restore the Roman Empire's power and prosperity. The coin's design, which includes an image of the emperor and various other symbols and inscriptions, provides valuable insight into the cultural and political context of the time. Additionally, the fact that it was made of bronze and weighs 18.3 grams suggests that it was a widely circulated coin that was used in everyday transactions, providing a glimpse into the economic and monetary systems of the Roman Empire during this period.
