Sestertius - Volusianus P M S COL VIM, Viminacium

€139,866.00
IssuerViminacium
Year251-252
TypeStandard circulation coin
ValueSestertius (1/4)
Currency
CompositionBronze
Weight11.87 g
Dimensions28 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
OrientationMedal alignment ↑↑
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) AMNG I-I#175, Varb#221
Obverse description(a2) Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust of the Volusian emperor on the right, seen from three-quarters back. (o2) Laureate bust draped over the left shoulder of the Volusian emperor on the right.
Obverse script
Obverse letteringIMP CAE C VIB VOLVSIANO AVG
Reverse descriptionThe allegory of Mesa (draped female figure, standing frontally, arms outstretched and head to the left) flanked by a bull to the left and a lion to the right, both pointing in her direction.
Reverse script
Reverse letteringP M S COL VIM AN XIII
Edge
Mint
MintageND (251-252)  - (fr) An XIII - buste a2 -
ND (251-252)  - (fr) An XIII - buste o2 -
Catalog ID6258502460
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