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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Pupienus CONCORDIA AVGG S C; Concordia
238 year| Bronze | 21.2 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Pupienus (Marcus Clodius Pupienus Maximus) (238) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 238 |
| Value | Sestertius (⅛) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 21.2 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#280668 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Concordia, draped, seated left, holding patera in extended right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORDIA AVGG S C
Translation:
Concordia Duorum Augustorum. Senatus Consultum.
Harmony of the two emperors. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 18.59–24.21 g;Diameter varies: 29–31 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Sestertius - Pupienus coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Pupienus, who ruled the Roman Empire from 238 to 244 AD. Pupienus was known for his efforts to restore peace and stability to the empire after a period of civil war and political instability. The coin's design, which features the goddess Concordia (representing harmony and unity) on the reverse side, reflects Pupienus' efforts to promote unity and cooperation among the Roman people.
