Hostilian's coins are much less common than many other coins due to the short reign of this Emperor. Hostilian was promoted to the title of Caesar in May 251 by his father Decius. In July 251, Trebonianus Gallus was proclaimed emperor and raised Hostilian to the dignity of Augustus, making him a co-emperor. In November 251, Hostilian died.
Roman Imperial
Hostilian (251), Antoninian 251, Rome mint
Obverse: bare, draped bust right
C VALENS HOSTIL MES QVINTVS N C
Reverse: Apollo seated left, holding branch, SC in exergue
PRINCIPI IVVENTVTIS
Diameter 27 mm, weight 14.02 g
