Sestertius - Volusianus VIRTVS AVGG S C; Virtus
| Bronze | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#284162 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Virtus, helmeted, in military attire, standing left, leaning on shield and holding spear in right hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VIRTVS AVGG S C
Translation:
Virtus Augustorum. Senatus Consultum.
Courage of the emperors (Augusti). Decree of the senate.
Comment
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 Virtus, which represents the virtue and moral excellence of the Roman people. The coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Volusianus, who ruled the Roman Empire from 251 to 253 AD. The image of Virtus on the coin was meant to symbolize the emperor's commitment to upholding the values of virtue and morality in his leadership.
