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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Trajan Decius PANNONIAE S C; Pannonia
| Bronze | 16.3 g | 27 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 | 16.3 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#282769 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
The two Pannoniae, both veiled, draped, standing front, turning left and right away from one another; each holds standard in outside hand; the one on the right raises right hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PANNONIAE S C
Translation:
Pannoniae. Senatus Consultum.
Of Pannonia. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 13.37–19.39 g;Diameter varies: 25–29 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 an image of the Roman emperor Trajan Decius, who ruled from 249 to 251 AD, on one side, and a depiction of the goddess Pannonia, who was revered in the province of Pannonia, on the other side. This coin was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire, as Decius faced numerous challenges, including barbarian invasions, plagues, and economic instability. Despite these challenges, the coinage of this period, including the Sestertius, remained a symbol of Roman power and influence.
