My first Volusian antoninianus - or what could happen when you hunt for snacks

IMP CAE C VIB VOLVSIANO AVG – Laureate bust right, seen from behind, wearing paludamentum /
IVNONI MARTIALI S C- Temple of Juno: circular tetrastyle temple with Corinthian columns and ribbed dome, floral pattern at apex, large ornament below dome; within, statue of Juno, holding two grain ears in extended right hand, seated facing on winged throne; to lower left, peacock standing left; between columns, urns atop low pedestals
AE Sestertius, Rome AD 252
29mm / 20.92 g / 6 h
RIC IV 252a, Cohen 41, Sear 9788, BM R.4077 (same reverse die), Banti 12 (15 specimens)

 

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VOLUSIAN


RI Volusian 251-253 CE AR Tet Antioch mint Eagle - son of Treb Gallus

 

This is probably my best Volusian Antoninian.

The coin combines a particularly fine and expressive bust with very high grade and attractive toning.

Obv.: IMP CAE C VIB VOLVSIANO AVC
Rev.: PM TR PIII COS II
Mint: Rome
Year: AD 253

Weight: 3.76g (7h), Diameter: 21mm

 

Here are my better looking Volusian coins, both relatively common.

Volusian - PAX AVGG - Rome - RIC IV 179 - I both like and dislike this photo. It shows the coin well but makes it look dull, when it's actually very bright and lustrous. Due for a redo.

Volusian - PM TR P IIII COS II - Rome - RIC IV 141