Dupondius - Maximinus Thrax VICTORIA GERMANICA S C; Victory
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Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
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Emperor | Maximinus I Thrax (Gaius Julius Verus Maximinus) (235-238) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 235-236 |
Value | Dupondius (1⁄16) |
Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
Composition | Bronze |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#280323 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, advancing left, holding wreath in extended right hand and palm in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIA GERMANICA S C
Translation:
Victoria Germanica. Senatus Consultum.
Victory over the Germans. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Dupondius - Maximinus Thrax coin is that it features the image of Victory (Victoria) on the reverse side, which was a common motif in Roman coinage during this period. The image of Victory was used to symbolize the Roman Empire's military conquests and dominance.