© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Balbinus PROVIDENTIA DEORVM S C; Providentia
238 year| Bronze | 21.6 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Balbinus (Decimus Caelius Calvinus Balbinus) (238) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 238 |
| Value | Sestertius (⅛) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 21.6 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#280606 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Providentia, draped, standing left, holding wand in right hand over globe set on ground and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PROVIDENTIA DEORVM S C
Translation:
Providentia Deorum. Senatus Consultum.
Providence of the gods. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 17.97–25.52 g;Diameter varies: 19–33 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 Providentia, the Roman goddess of foresight and forward planning, on its reverse side. This suggests that the coin was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was placing a strong emphasis on planning and preparation for the future.
