© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Maximinus Thrax VICTORIA GERMANICA S C; Victory
| Bronze | 20.6 g | 30.5 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 | 20.6 g |
| Diameter | 30.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#280342 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Maximinus Thrax, in military attire (?), standing left, raising right hand and holding short sceptre in left hand, being crowned by Victory; at 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: 18.37–23.82 g;Diameter varies: 29.7–32 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 shown holding a wreath or a palm branch, as seen on this particular coin. The use of Victory as a symbol of Roman supremacy was a way for the empire to assert its authority and influence over its territories and subjects.
