Roman Empire: silver denarius of Julia Mamaea, mother of Severus Alexander, struck ca. 222-235 AD

Roman Empire: silver denarius of Julia Mamaea, mother of Severus Alexander, struck ca. 222-235 AD

Obverse: IVLIA MAMAEA AVG, Draped and diademed bust of Julia Mamaea right.
Reverse: FELICITAS PVBLICA, Felicitas standing facing, head turned to left, with legs crossed and holding caduceus and leaning on column.
Issuer: Severus Alexander, Roman emperor (222-235 AD).
Specifications: Silver, 20 mm, 2.24 g. Rome mint.
Grade: NGC Choice XF, Strike 5/5, Surface 3/5, "lt. scratches". Cert. #5770260-005.
Reference: RIC 335.
Provenance: ex-Ken Dorney, via VCoins store, 28 February 2020.*
Notes: Julia Mamaea was the mother of the emperor Severus Alexander and served as his regent from the time he was 14 years old. They were members of the powerful Severan dynasty.
Comments: The portrait, sharp details, and subtly colored toning were what attracted me to this coin.

        

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