½ Siliqua - Glycerius VICTORIA AVGGG; Rome
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Western Roman Empire (Rome) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Glycerius (473-474) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 473-474 |
| Value | ½ Siliqua (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Solidus |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#373328 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, advancing left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VICTORIA AVGGG
RM
Interesting fact
The ½ Siliqua coin featuring Glycerius (VICTORIA AVGGG; Rome) was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Western Roman Empire. In 473 CE, the barbarian king Gaiseric of the Vandals captured and sacked Rome, which led to the downfall of the Western Roman Empire. Despite this, the coinage of Glycerius continued to be minted for a few more years, indicating that some level of Roman authority and administration still existed in the region. This coin is a testament to the resilience and determination of the Roman people during a time of great upheaval.
