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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Trebonianus Gallus SECVRITAS AVGG S C; Securitas
| Bronze | 17.3 g | 22 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 | 17.3 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#283651 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Securitas, draped, standing right, legs crossed, leaning on column, placing right hand on head.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SECVRITAS AVGG S C
Translation:
Securitas Duorum Augustorum. Senatus Consultum.
Safety of the two emperors (Augusti). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 15.76–19.09 g;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 an image of the Roman goddess Securitas, which represents security and stability, on its reverse side. This is fitting, given that the coin was issued during a time of political turmoil in the Roman Empire, and the image of Securitas may have been intended to convey a sense of reassurance and stability to the public.
