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Sestertius - Volusianus LIBERALITAS AVGG S C; Liberalitas
| Bronze | 17.1 g | - |
| 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 | 17.1 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#284147 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Liberalitas, draped, standing left, holding abacus in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LIBERALITAS AVGG S C
Translation:
Liberatlitas Duorum Augustorum. Senatus Consultum.
Liberality of the two emperors (Augusti). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 15.42–19.69 g;Example of this type:
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Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Sestertius - Volusianus coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Liberalitas, who represents liberality, generosity, and abundance. The coin's design was meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's prosperity and wealth during the reign of Emperor Volusianus.
