© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
2 Sestertii - Trajan Decius VICTORIA AVG S C; Victory
| Bronze | 34.3 g | 37.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Decius (Gaius Messius Quintus Traianus Decius) (249-251) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 249-251 |
| Value | 2 Sestertii (¼) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 34.3 g |
| Diameter | 37.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#282774 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, running left, holding wreath in right hand and palm sloped over left shoulder in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIA AVG S C
Translation:
Victoria Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Victory of the emperor (Augustus). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 31.55–37.95 g;Diameter varies: 37–38 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Victory (Victoria) on the reverse side, which was a common motif in Roman coinage during the reign of Trajan Decius. The image of Victory was used to symbolize the Roman Empire's military conquests and the idea of victory over barbarian tribes. This coin, in particular, was issued during a time when the Roman Empire was facing threats from external forces, and the image of Victory served as a symbol of the empire's strength and resilience.
