C. Messius Quintus Trajanus Decius, was born at Bubalia, in Pannonia. He was sent by the Emperor Philippus in 249 to restore subordination in the army of Moesia, but the troops compelled him to accept the purple. The short reign of Decius was occupied in warring against Goths. He fell in battle with his son in 251.
Ae Antoninianus - Trajan Decius ( 250 to 251 ) - Rome
RIC 77, Cohen 577 (Augustus) - 4,4 grams - 24 mm - R
Obverse: DIVVS AVGVSTVS , laureate head right.
Reverse: CONSECRATIO, eagle.
Coin value: 388 USD (2006)
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RIC 78, Cohen 578 (Augustus) - 3,7 grams - 21 mm - R
Obverse: DIVO AVGVSTO, Radiate head of Divus Augustus right.
Reverse: CONSECRATIO, Large altar with two doors and flames on top.
Coin value: 240 USD (2006)
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