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© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Sestertius - Ulpia Marciana EX SENATVS CONSVLTO S C; Vesta
| Bronze | 23.5 g | 33 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Trajan (Marcus Ulpius Traianus) (98-117) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 98-117 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 23.5 g |
| Diameter | 33 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#253734 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Marciana? or Vesta? seated in elephant driven car left, holding patera and sceptre.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
EX SENATVS CONSVLTO
S C
Unabridged legend:
Ex Senatus Consulto.
Senatus Consulto.
Translation:
Ex Senatus Consultuo. Senatus Consultum.
By decree of the senate. Decree of the senate.
Comment
RIC describes the reverse as “seated in elephant driven car right” but the cited coin is left.
Mass varies: 22.33–24.24 g;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Sestertius coin featuring Ulpia Marciana (98-117 AD) is notable for its depiction of the goddess Vesta on the reverse side. Vesta was the goddess of the hearth, home, and family, and was considered one of the most important deities in ancient Roman religion. The image of Vesta on the coin signifies the importance of family and domestic life in Roman culture during this time period.
