Coin

About this object

History of use

Coin in use during Roman Empire; Emperor Alexander Severus.

Physical description

Obverse: draped, cuirassed bust of Alexander Severus, right facing, laureate. Reverse: 'SPQR' enclosed in a wreath, supported by an eagle facing left and wings spread.

 

Categories

Currencies Metalwork

Materials

Bronze metal

Date Made

222-235

Date Acquired

Jun 1957

How Acquired

Donated

Credit Line

The Sid Leary Memorial Collection

Measurements

Overall: .2 cm x 2.0 cm x 1.9 cm

Object Number

2189/359