

Severus Alexander (222-235). AR Denarius, Rome mint. Obv. IMP C M AVR SEV ALEXAND AVG. Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust right. Rev. MARTI PACIFERO. Mars standing facing, head left, holding spear and branch. RIC IV 160; C. 173. 2.96 g. 20.00 mm. Superb example with beardless portrait.. Enchanting tone with golden highlights. Good EF.