Sestertius - Aemilianus ERCVL VICTORI S C; Hercules
253 year| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Aemilianus (Marcus Aemilus Aemilianus) (253) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 253 |
| Value | Sestertius (⅛) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#284722 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hercules, nude, lion-skin draped over left arm, standing right, resting right hand on club and holding bow in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ERCVL VICTORI S C
Translation:
Hercules Victor. Senatus Consultum.
Hercules the victorious. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The reverse side of the coin features an image of Hercules, who was a popular figure in Roman mythology and was often associated with strength and courage. The depiction of Hercules on this coin may have been intended to convey the idea of the Roman Empire's strength and power.
