Sestertius - Maximinus Thrax LIBERALITAS AVGVSTI S C; Liberalitas
| Bronze | 16.4 g | - |
| 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 |
| Weight | 16.4 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#280302 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Liberalitas, draped, standing left, holding abacus in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LIBERALITAS AVGVSTI S C
Translation:
Liberatlitas Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Generosity of the emperor. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Sestertius - Maximinus Thrax coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Liberalitas, who represents liberality, generosity, and abundance. The coin's design was meant to promote the idea of the Roman Empire's wealth and prosperity under the rule of Maximinus Thrax.
