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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Trebonianus Gallus LIBERTAS AVGG S C; Libertas
| Bronze | 17.9 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Trebonianus Gallus (Gaius Vibius Afinius Trebonianus Gallus) (251-253) Volusianus (Gaius Vibius Volusianus) (251-253) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 251-253 |
| Value | Sestertius (⅛) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 17.9 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#283635 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Libertas, draped, standing left, holding pileus in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LIBERTAS AVGG S C
Translation:
Libertas Duorum Augustorum. Senatus Consultum.
Freedom of the two emperors (Augusti). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 15.588–19.609 g;Diameter varies: 26–30.17 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Sestertius - Trebonianus Gallus coin is that it features the goddess Libertas, who was a symbol of freedom and liberty in ancient Rome. The coin's design depicts Libertas standing left, holding a liberty torch and a scepter, while her left foot rests on a prow, symbolizing the Roman Empire's dominance over the seas. This coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Trebonianus Gallus, who ruled the Roman Empire from 251 to 253 AD. Despite its age, the coin remains a popular collector's item among numismatists and historians, offering a glimpse into the economic and political landscape of ancient Rome.
