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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
As - Trebonianus Gallus SALVS AVGG S C; Salus
| Bronze | 9.1 g | 23.5 mm |
| 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 | 251-253 |
| Value | As (1⁄32) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 9.1 g |
| Diameter | 23.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#283646 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Salus, draped, standing right, holding snake held in arms.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SALVS AVGG S C
Translation:
Salus Duorum Augustorum. Senatus Consultum.
Health of the two emperors (Augusti). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 7.22–10.53 g;Diameter varies: 23–23.5 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Trebonianus Gallus coin is that it features the goddess Salus (Salvation) on the reverse, which was a common motif during the Roman Empire. The coin's design was meant to convey the idea of the emperor's role as a protector and savior of the people.
