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Æ18 - Severus Alexander ΜΗΤΡΟΠΟΛΕΙΤΩΝ
| Issuer | Metropolis (Ionia) (Conventus of Ephesus) |
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| Year | 222-235 |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
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| Obverse description | Laureate, draped, and cuirassed bust of Emperor Severus Alexander facing right, depicted from behind in three-quarter rear view. The obverse legend encircles the imperial effigy, identifying the emperor by his dynastic Roman name. The portrait reflects the conventional provincial workshop style of the Severan period, with fine detailing on the laurel wreath and military cuirass. |
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| Obverse lettering | Μ ΑΥΡ ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟϹ (Translation: Marcus Aurelius Alexander) |
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| Mint | Metropolis, Ionia |
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