Sestertius - Aemilianus ROMAE AETERN S C; Roma
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#284728 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Roma, helmeted, draped, standing left, holding phoenix on globe in right hand and spear in left hand; to her right, shields.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ROMAE AETERN S C
Translation:
Romae Aeternae. Senatus Consultum.
Everlasting Rome. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Sestertius - Aemilianus coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Aemilianus, who ruled the Roman Empire for a brief period of time in 253 AD. Despite his short reign, Aemilianus was able to issue a large number of coins, including the Sestertius - Aemilianus, which was used to pay soldiers and civil servants. The coin features an image of the goddess Roma on the obverse (front side) and an image of Aemilianus on the reverse (back side). The coin's design and minting process were overseen by the Roman mint, which was responsible for producing coins for the empire. I hope you find this information helpful and interesting!
