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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Balbinus VICTORIA AVGG S C; Victory
238 year| Bronze | 19.7 g | 30.5 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 | 19.7 g |
| Diameter | 30.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#280613 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, standing front, head left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIA AVGG S C
Translation:
Victoria Duorum Augustorum. Senatus Consultum.
Victory of the two emperors (Augusti). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 16.23–23.97 g;Diameter varies: 30–31 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 the goddess Victory (Victoria) on the reverse, which was a common motif on Roman coins, particularly during the reign of Emperor Balbinus (238 AD). The image of Victory was meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's military prowess and dominance.
