Severus Alexander. AR Denarius.
Lot 429 · Consigned by Carmelo's Ancient Coins
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Description
The coin depicts the sun god Sol, a common motif on coinage of this era, symbolizing the "Unconquered Sun" (Sol Invictus) as a protector of the Emperor.
Identification Details
Emperor: Severus Alexander
Denomination: Denarius (Silver)
Mint: Rome
Date: Circa 231–232 AD
Obverse (Front): Features the laureate and draped bust of the Emperor. The Latin legend reads: IMP ALEXANDER PIVS AVG (Imperator Alexander Pius Augustus).
Reverse (Back): Depicts the god Sol standing (or walking), radiate (with a crown of rays), holding a globe in one hand and sometimes a whip in the other. The legend typically reflects the Emperor's titles, such as P M TR P X COS III P P.