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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Maximinus Thrax VICTORIA GERMANICA S C; Victory
| Bronze | 21.7 g | 30 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 | 21.7 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#280339 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, standing left, holding wreath in extended right hand and palm in left hand; at her feet, seated captive.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIA GERMANICA S C
Translation:
Victoria Germanica. Senatus Consultum.
Victory over the Germans. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 16.97–27.16 g;Diameter varies: 28–32 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 a depiction of the Roman goddess Victory (Victoria) on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during this period. The image of Victory was meant to symbolize the power and dominance of the Roman Empire, and it was often depicted holding a wreath or a palm branch, as seen on this coin. The use of Victory as a symbol of Roman power and influence can be traced back to the early days of the Roman Republic, and it continued to be a popular motif on Roman coins well into the Imperial period.
