© Münzsammlung des Seminars für Alte Geschichte, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 DE)
© Münzsammlung des Seminars für Alte Geschichte, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 DE)
Sestertius - Trajan Decius EXERCITVS INLVRICVS S C; Fides
| Bronze | 15 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Decius (Gaius Messius Quintus Traianus Decius) (249-251) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 249-251 |
| Value | Sestertius (⅛) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 15 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#282706 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fides, standing left, holding standard in each hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: EXERCITVS INLVRICVS S C
Translation:
Exercitus Illyricianus. Senatus Consultum.
Illyrian army. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Example of this type:Münzsammlung des Seminars für Alte Geschichte, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg
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 Fides (Faith) on the reverse side, which was a common motif on coins during the reign of Trajan Decius. Fides was an important symbol of the Roman state and was often depicted holding a patera (a ritual offering dish) and a scepter, as seen on this coin. The inclusion of Fides on the coinage of Trajan Decius highlights the importance of loyalty and devotion to the Roman state during this time period.
