328, Lot: 356. Estimate $100. Sold for $140. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee.

CILICIA, Tarsus. Severus Alexander. AD 222-235. Æ (37mm, 20.45 g, 12h). Bust right, wearing crown and garments of demiourgos / Athena standing left sacrificing from patera over lighter altar, holding shield and spear in left arm. SNG France 1582 var. (bust type and legends); SNG Levante –; SNG Levante Supp. –; SNG von Aulock –; Ziegler –. Fine, green patina.

From the Kelly J. Krizan, M.D. Collection.

Severus Alexander wears both the crown and the mantle of the demiourgos, the official who oversaw the operation of regional festivals and games.