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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
As - Maximinus Thrax SALVS AVGVSTI S C; Salus
| Bronze | 11 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Maximinus I Thrax (Gaius Julius Verus Maximinus) (235-238) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 235-236 |
| Value | As (1⁄32) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 11 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#280315 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Salus, draped, seated left, feeding out of patera in right hand snake coiled round altar.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SALVS AVGVSTI S C
Translation:
Salus Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Health of the emperor. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 8.199–14.77 g;Diameter varies: 23.83–28.9 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 Salus, the Roman goddess of safety and well-being, on the reverse side. This is fitting, given that the coin was issued during the reign of Maximinus Thrax, who was known for his military campaigns and efforts to protect the Roman Empire from external threats. The image of Salus serves as a symbol of the empire's commitment to the safety and prosperity of its citizens.
