Silver denarius of the Roman emperor Severus Alexander, struck in 222 in Rome. SALVS PVBLICA is a propagandistic formula meant to emphasize that the new emperor acts for the welfare and security of Rome and its citizens.
Ancient, Roman Empire
Alexander severus denarius revers SALVS PVBLICA
40,00 €
Availability: In stock
SKU: Cohen.530 / Sear.7925 / RIC.178 Categories: Ancient, Roman Empire
N° Numismeo : #7812Référence : Cohen.530 / Sear.7925 / RIC.178Personnage : Alexandre Severe (222 - 234)
| Weight | 2,83 |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 19 |
| Metal | Silver |
| Condition | Fine |
| Mint Year | 222 |
| Mint | Rome |
| Obverse description | Laureate bust draped and cuirassed on the right |
| Obverse legend | IMP C M AVR SEV ALEXAND AVG |
| Reverse description | Health seated on the left feeding a snake wrapped around an altar |
| Reverse legend | SALVS PVBLICA |


