© John Conduitt (CC BY-SA)
© John Conduitt (CC BY-SA)
Sestertius - Clodius Albinus MINER PACIF COS II S C; Minerva
| Bronze | 23.1 g | 30.5 mm |
| Issuer | Usurpations of Western provinces (Roman Imperial usurpations) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Clodius Albinus (193-197) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 194-195 |
| Value | Sestertius (¼) |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 23.1 g |
| Diameter | 30.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#268490 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Minerva, helmeted, draped, standing left, holding olive-branch in right hand and shield set on ground in left hand; spear rests against left arm.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MINER PACIF COS II S C
Translation:
Minerva Pacifera. Consul Secundum. Senatus Consultum.
Minerva, the peacemaker. Consul for the second time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 19.95–26.28 g;Diameter varies: 27–33 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 the image of Minerva, the Roman goddess of wisdom, on the reverse, which suggests that Clodius Albinus may have been attempting to associate himself with wisdom and intelligence, as well as the protection of the goddess, during his usurpation of power.
