The reign of Severus Alexander marked one of the last relatively stable intervals of the Roman Empire before the chaos of the Crisis of the Third Century. He ruled from 222 to 235 AD, earning a reputation for moderation and respect for the Senate. This silver denarius was struck during his reign and carries the imagery of Roman military virtue that defined the era.

The obverse presents a right-facing laureate bust of Severus Alexander with a short beard, framed by a legible Latin inscription naming the emperor. The portrait shows bold relief and clear facial detail. The reverse features Virtus standing in military attire, holding a globe and a spear, with the legend VIRTVS AVG - a proclamation of the emperor's martial valor and imperial strength.

NGC Ancients has certified this denarius MS with a Strike of 4 and a Surface of 4, reflecting a well-struck coin with attractive, largely original surfaces. The devices are sharp and the legends are fully readable on both sides. For those seeking a high-grade, certified example of a Severus Alexander denarius with a classic Virtus reverse type, this coin is an excellent candidate. The coin pictured is the exact coin you will receive.

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