EGYPT, Alexandria. Julia Mamaea, mother of Severus Alexander. Augusta, 222-235 AD. Potin Tetradrachm (22mm, 13.61 gm). Dated year 12 (232/3 AD). IOY MAMAIA CEB MHT CEB K CT, diademed and draped bust right / Elpis standing left, holding flower and raising hem of skirt; palm before; L IB (date) behind. Köln 2534; Dattari -; cf. Milne 3106. Choice VF, brown patina.
The palm appears as an adjunct for both Severus Alexander and Julia Mamaea for years 10-14 (230-235 AD), possibly connected with the emperor's presence in the East against Ardashir I.
