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Maximinus I 'Thrax' * Salus - AR Denarius * 235-238 AD.
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Maximinus I 'Thrax' * Salus - Silver Denarius
Obv: Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust right. IMP MAXIMINVS PIVS AVG
Rev: Salus seated left, feeding serpent arising from altar to front from patera extended in right arm, left elbow resting on seat: SALVS AVGVSTI
Exergue: Clear
Mint: Rome
Struck: 235-238 AD.
Size: 20.07 mm.
Weight: 3.16 gms.
Die axis: 180°
Condition: Beautiful: clear, sharp, distinct images and legends in superb relief, with some notable wear to the serpent.
Lovely silver luster overall.
Refs:*
RIC 14. RSC. 85a.
BMCRE 99, pl. 36.
Status: TCJH * Private Collection
Gift from a very dear friend.
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