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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Trajan Decius ADVENTVS AVG
| Silver | 4.1 g | 22 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 | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.1 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#282762 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 80% |
Reverse
Trajan Decius, in military attire, on horse prancing left, raising right hand and holding short sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ADVENTVS AVG
Translation:
Adventus Augusti.
Adventus (Roman welcoming ceremony) of the emperor.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.11–6 g;Diameter varies: 20.1–24.1 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Antoninianus coin featuring Trajan Decius (ADVENTVS AVG) is that it was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin was minted between 249 and 251 AD, a period marked by political instability, economic struggles, and military conflicts. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a testament to the enduring legacy of the Roman Empire and its influence on the development of currency and trade.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (249-251) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Antoninianus - Trajan Decius (ADVENTVS AVG) (249-251) coin.
