As - Trebonianus Gallus PONTIF MAX TR P II COS II S C
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Trebonianus Gallus (Gaius Vibius Afinius Trebonianus Gallus) (251-253) Volusianus (Gaius Vibius Volusianus) (251-253) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 252-253 |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#283612 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Trebonianus Gallus and Volusian, seated in facing quadriga, crowned by Victory between them; one soldier left, with palm (?), two right with palms, one with shield also.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PONTIF MAX TR P II COS II S C
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Secunda, Consul Secundum. Senatus Consultum.
High priest, holder of tribunician power for the second time, consul for the second time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Trebonianus Gallus coin is that it features a rare reverse design, depicting the goddess Salus standing left, holding a patera and a snake. This image symbolizes the Roman Empire's focus on health and well-being during the reign of Trebonianus Gallus.
