© Staatliche Münzsammlung München (CC BY-NC-SA 4.0 DE)
© Staatliche Münzsammlung München (CC BY-NC-SA 4.0 DE)
Sestertius - Valerianus RESTITVTOR ORBIS S C
| Bronze | 14.8 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Valerian (Publius Licinius Valerianus) (253-260) Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 256-257 |
| Value | Sestertius (⅛) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 14.8 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#286065 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Valerian, in military attire, standing left, raising kneeling woman with right hand and holding spear in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: RESTITVTOR ORBIS S C
Translation:
Restitutor Orbis. Senatus Consultum.
Restorer of the city (Rome). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 10.35–17.14 g;Diameter varies: 24–32.4 mm;
Example of this type:
Staatliche Münzsammlung München
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Valerianus, who was a Roman emperor who ruled from 253 to 260 AD, and was known for his military campaigns against the Persians and his efforts to restore the Roman Empire's power and prestige. The coin's inscription, "RESTITVTOR ORBIS S C," translates to "Restorer of the World," reflecting Valerianus's reputation as a leader who sought to revive the Roman Empire's former glory.
