Roman Empire, Severus Alexander (222-235 AD), Sestertius

222-235 AD, Rome mint

€ 675.00 VAT margin scheme

In stock: 1 available Article code: 21-2316

Coin Description

Roman Empire, Severus Alexander (222-235 AD), Sestertius.

Obverse: Laureate bust right with light drapery on left shoulder Legend: IMP ALEXANDER PIVS AVG.

Reverse: Annona standing left, holding corn-ears and anchor, modius at feet. Legend: P M TR P VIIII COS III P P / S C.

Specifications

Diameter: ± 31,4 mm

Weight: ± 24,3 g

Condition

Extremely fine, smooth olive green patina with spots of cuprite.

Reference

Sear 8000; RIC 520.

The sestertius was the large brass denomination of the Roman imperial coinage, usually weighing around 25–28 grams and measuring 30–35 mm in diameter. Its broad flan gave engravers ample space for some of the finest imperial portraits and most elaborate reverse designs in Roman numismatics.