Denarius - Gaius Julius Verus Maximus SALVS AVGVSTI; Salus
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Maximinus I Thrax (Gaius Julius Verus Maximinus) (235-238) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 235-238 |
| Value | Denarius (½) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#280256 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Salus, draped, seated left, feeding out of patera in right hand snake coiled round altar.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SALVS AVGVSTI
Translation:
Salus Augusti.
Health of the emperor.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius coin featuring Gaius Julius Verus Maximus (SALVS AVGVSTI; Salus) was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin was minted between 235 and 238 AD, a period marked by political instability, military conflicts, and economic challenges. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a testament to the enduring legacy of the Roman Empire and its influence on the development of currency and trade.