As - Maximinus Thrax (VICTORIA GERMANICA S C; Victory) (235-236) front As - Maximinus Thrax (VICTORIA GERMANICA S C; Victory) (235-236) back
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As - Maximinus Thrax VICTORIA GERMANICA S C; Victory

 
Bronze - -
Description
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
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#280322
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Victory, winged, draped, standing left, holding wreath in extended right hand and palm in left hand; at her feet, seated captive.

Script: Latin

Lettering: VICTORIA GERMANICA S C

Translation:
Victoria Germanica. Senatus Consultum.
Victory over the Germans. Decree of the senate.

Comment

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, particularly during the reign of Maximinus Thrax. The image of Victory symbolized the Roman Empire's military prowess and dominance over its territories.