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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Maximinus Thrax SALVS AVGVSTI S C; Salus
| Bronze | 20 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Maximinus I Thrax (Gaius Julius Verus Maximinus) (235-238) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 236-238 |
| Value | Sestertius (⅛) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 20 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#280334 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Salus, draped, seated left, feeding out of patera in right hand snake coiled round altar.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SALVS AVGVSTI S C
Unabridged legend: Salus Augusti. Senatus Consultum
Translation: Health of the emperor. Decree of the senate
Comment
Mass varies: 10.5–31.7 g;Diameter varies: 15.5–32 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 the Roman goddess Salus, who represents safety, security, and well-being. The coin's design highlights the importance of Salus in Roman culture and reflects the desire of the Roman Empire to promote a sense of security and prosperity among its citizens.
