

Severus Alexander (222-235). AR Denarius, 228 AD. Obv. IMP C M AVR SEV ALEXAND AVG. Laureate and draped bust right. Rev. P M TR P VII COS II P P. Mars standing right, holding spear in right hand and resting left on shield. RIC IV 74; C. 336. 3.26 g. 18.80 mm. Superb example, virtually as struck. Minor scratches, otherwise. EF.