Roman silver denarius minted in 231 AD under Emperor Severus Alexander. Obverse: laureate, draped, and cuirassed bust of Severus Alexander facing right. Reverse: Jupiter standing, holding thunderbolt and scepter, or Sol standing, holding globe and raising right hand in salute. Minted in Rome. Diameter approximately 19–21 mm; weight around 2.8–3.3 g.

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