Volusian; AE Sestertius; Pax
Description:
Volusian (251 - 253 AD). AE Sestertius, Rome mint. IMP CAES C VIB VOLVSIANO AVG; laureate draped and cuirassed bust right / PAX AVGG; Pax standing left holding olive-branch and transverse scepter, S-C.
Diameter:
AE26 mm
Weight:
13,2 g
Grade:
VF/gF
Attribution:
RIC IV 256a, C 74, SR 9790, VM 54
Commentary:
dark green patina, good 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:
007-06-01-41652