© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Volusianus APOLL SALVTARI S C; Apollo
| Bronze | 19.6 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Volusianus (Gaius Vibius Volusianus) (251-253) Trebonianus Gallus (Gaius Vibius Afinius Trebonianus Gallus) (251-253) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 251-253 |
| Value | Sestertius (⅛) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 19.6 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#284133 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Apollo, nude, standing left, holding branch in right hand and resting left hand on lyre set on rock.
Script: Latin
Lettering: APOLL SALVTARI S C
Translation:
Apollini Salutaris. Senatus Consultum.
Apollo the saviour. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 17.87–23.15 g;Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Sestertius - Volusianus coin featuring Apollo is notable for its depiction of the god Apollo with a radiate crown, which symbolizes his association with the sun and his role as a god of light and prophecy.
