Severus Alexander (222-235). AE Sestertius, 222-231 AD. Obv. IMP SEV ALEXANDER AVG. Laureate bust right, with drapery on left shoulder. Rev. VIRTVS AVGVSTI SC. Emperor standing left in military attire, right foot on helmet, holding globe and sceptre. RIC IV 627; C. 592. 18.99 g. 31.5 mm. A choice example, from masterly engraved and detailed dies. Handsome glossy light brown patina. About EF.