Balbinus sestertius, AD 238
Item — Box: 2, Item: 46
Scope and Contents
Balbinus and Pupienus were elected as joint rulers by the senate. Balbinus was given the task of directing the civil administration. While the latter gathered troops the soldiers and citizens had little love for their two new rulers and a period of civil strife ensued. Praetorians invaded the palace and murdered the two emperors after a reign of 98 days.
Dates
- Creation: AD 238
Creator
- From the Collection: Handshu, Joel, 1946-1998 (Collector, Person)
Access Restrictions
This collection is open for research.
Extent
From the Collection: 0.8 linear feet (2 boxes, 175 coins)
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Physical Description
Obverse: Head of Balbinus; Reverse: Concordia
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections Repository
Contact:
Special Collections
College of Charleston Libraries
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Charleston South Carolina 29424
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Special Collections
College of Charleston Libraries
66 George Street
Charleston South Carolina 29424
(843) 953-8016
(843) 953-6319 (Fax)