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Sestertius - Traianus Decius P M S COL VIM AN XI; Viminacium
| Bronze | 12.9 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Viminacium (Moesia Superior) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Decius (Gaius Messius Quintus Traianus Decius) (249-251) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 249-250 |
| Value | Sestertius (¼) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 12.9 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#294328 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Moesia standing left; at left, bull standing right; at right, lion standing left
Lettering:
P M S COL VIM
AN XI
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman emperor Traianus Decius, who ruled from 249 to 251 AD, on one side, and a depiction of the goddess Victory on the other side. This coin was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire, known as the Crisis of the Third Century, and it is believed that the image of Victory was included to symbolize the empire's resilience and determination to overcome the challenges it was facing.
