NGC AU Roman Silver Denarius of Severus Alexander NGC Ancients Certified. Clearing away the disorderly aftermath left by his cousin Elagabalus, Severus Alexander displayed both kindness and effectiveness in his rule. The 13 years of his reign witnessed widespread peace and prosperity. He skillfully handled the Sassanids in the East and managed the Germanic tribes using a combination of diplomacy and bribery.
Despite these achievements, his reign was cut short by assassination. The absence of a suitable successor led Rome into the tumultuous period known as the Crisis of the Third Century, lasting 50 years and characterized by intense chaos and upheaval. Graded AU (Almost Uncirculated) and Certified by NGC.
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