Severus Alexander; AE Sestertius; Pax
Description:
Severus Alexander (222 - 235 AD). AE Sestertius, Rome mint 223 AD. IMP CAES M AVR SEV ALEXANDER AVG; laureate, draped and cuirassed bust right, seen from behind / PONTIF MAX TR P II COS P P; Pax seated left, holding branch in right hand and scepter with left; SC in ex.
Diameter:
AE31 mm
Weight:
16.7 g
Grade:
aVF/gF
Attribution:
RIC 402
Commentary:
rare; dark olive-grey patina
History:
The actual name of the future emperor was Alexianus - later converted to Alexander.
Article Number:
015-02-01-44287