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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Gordian I SECVRITAS AVGG S C; Securitas
238 year| Bronze | 18.6 g | 30.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gordian I (Marcus Antonius Gordianus Sempronianus Romanus Africanus) (238) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 238 |
| Value | Sestertius (⅛) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 18.6 g |
| Diameter | 30.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#280627 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Securitas, draped, seated left, holding short sceptre in right hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SECVRITAS AVGG S C
Translation:
Securitas Augustorum. Senatus Consultum.
Safety of the emperors (Augusti). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 18.23–19.42 g;Diameter varies: 30.4–31 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Sestertius - Gordian I coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Securitas (Security) on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Gordian I. This suggests that the coin was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was focused on maintaining peace and security within its borders.
