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Sestertius - Trebonianus Gallus P M S COL VIM AN XIII, Viminacium
| Bronze | 11.46 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Viminacium (Moesia Superior) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Trebonianus Gallus (Gaius Vibius Afinius Trebonianus Gallus) (251-253) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 251-252 |
| Value | Sestertius (¼) |
| Currency | Denarius (49 BC to AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 11.46 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#398147 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Moesia standing facing, head left; bull and lion at sides
Script: Latin
Lettering:
P M S C-OL VIM
AN XIII
Unabridged legend:
PROVINCIA MOESIA SVPERIOR COLONIA VIMINACIVM
ANNO XIII
Translation:
Province Moesia Superior Colony Viminacium
Year 13
Comment
Trebonianus was Roman emperor from June 251 to August 253 and his regnal name was Imperator Caesar Gaius Vibius Trebonianus Gallus Augustus.
The name Gaius was regularly abbreviated C., based on the original spelling, Caius, which dates from the period before the letters "C" and "G" were differentiated.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman Emperor Trebonianus Gallus, who ruled from 251 to 253 AD, on one side, and a depiction of the goddess Victory on the other. This coin was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire, known as the Crisis of the Third Century, and its production was likely a way for the government to promote the emperor's image and legitimacy. Despite its historical significance, the coin is relatively rare and highly sought after by collectors today.
