© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Gordian III SALVS AVG S C; Salus
| Bronze | 19.7 g | 30.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gordian III (Marcus Antonius Gordianus) (238-244) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 238-239 |
| 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#281028 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Salus, draped, standing left, feeding snake held in both arms.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SALVS AVG S C
Translation:
Salus Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Health of the emperor (Augustus). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 16.6–21.6 g;Diameter varies: 29–31.5 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 Salus, the Roman goddess of safety and well-being, on its reverse side. This is fitting, as the coin was issued during a time of great turmoil and upheaval in the Roman Empire, and the image of Salus may have been seen as a symbol of hope and protection for the people.
