Volusian; AE Sestertius; Felicitas
Description:
Volusian (251 - 253 AD). AE Sestertius, Rome mint. IMP CAE C VIB VOLVSIANO AVG; laureate, draped and cuirassed bust right / FELICITAS PVBLICA; Felicitas standing left, leaning on column, holding caduceus and scepter, S-C.
Diameter:
AE30 mm
Weight:
17,78 g
Grade:
VF/aVF
Attribution:
RIC 251a
Commentary:
dark green patina, good details, splendid portrait
History:
Volusian and his father, emperor Trebonianus Gallus, were murdered by their own troops, convinced by the rebel Aemilian, that they had no chance against his army.
Article Number:
033-02-01-41652