Sestertius - Maximinus Thrax INDVLGENTIA AVG S C; Indulgentia
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Maximinus I Thrax (Gaius Julius Verus Maximinus) (235-238) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 235-236 |
| Value | Sestertius (⅛) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#280295 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Indulgentia, draped, seated left, extending right hand and holding transverse sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: INDVLGENTIA AVG S C
Translation:
Indulgentia Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Indulgence of the emperor (Augustus). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Sestertius - Maximinus Thrax (INDVLGENTIA AVG S C; Indulgentia) coin is that it features a unique reverse design that showcases the Roman Emperor Maximinus Thrax standing left, holding a scepter and a shield, while the goddess Indulgentia stands right, offering him a wreath. This design symbolizes the emperor's role as a military leader and his relationship with the gods.
