© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Gaius Julius Verus Maximus PRINC IVVENTVTIS
| Silver | 2.7 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Maximinus I Thrax (Gaius Julius Verus Maximinus) (235-238) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 236-238 |
| Value | Denarius (½) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.7 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#280215 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Maximus, in military attire, standing left, holding baton in right hand and transverse spear in left hand; behind him, two standards.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PRINC IVVENTVTIS
Translation:
Principes Juventutis.
Prince of the youth.
Comment
Mass varies: 1.94–3.23 g;Diameter varies: 20–22 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 an image of Gaius Julius Verus Maximus, who was a prominent Roman general and statesman during the 3rd century AD. He was known for his military campaigns against the Persians and his role in the Year of the Six Emperors, a period of political turmoil in which six different emperors ruled Rome in quick succession. The coin's inscription, "PRINC IVVENTVTIS," translates to "Prince of Youth," which suggests that Maximus was seen as a young and influential leader during his time.
