As - Volusianus SALVS AVGG S C; Salus
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Volusianus (Gaius Vibius Volusianus) (251-253) Trebonianus Gallus (Gaius Vibius Afinius Trebonianus Gallus) (251-253) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 251-253 |
| 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#284159 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Salus, draped, standing right, feeding snake out of patera in right hand 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
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin As - Volusianus (SALVS AVGG S C; Salus) (251-253) from Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) made of Bronze is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Salus, who was revered as the protector of the state and the personification of safety and well-being. The coin's design was meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's commitment to the safety and prosperity of its citizens.
