Denarius (Coin) Portraying Emperor Severus Alexander
Ancient Roman
228–231
- Medium
- Silver
- Dimensions
- Diam.: 2 cm (13/16 in.)
- Genre
- coin
- Museum
- Art Institute of Chicago
Tags
portraitcoininorganic materialancient artnonferrous metalbronzecopper alloyroman (ancient, style or period)metal
About
The front (obverse) of this coin portrays the laureate head of Emperor Severus Alexander, facing to the right. On the back (reverse), a winged Victory stands holding a shield.
