Antoninianus - Caracalla VENVS VICTRIX; Venus
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Caracalla (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Caracalla) (198-217) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 213-217 |
| Value | 1 Antoninianus |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#273542 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Venus, draped, standing left, holding helmet in right hand and sceptre in left hand, leaning on shield; to right and left, seated captives.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VENVS VICTRIX
Translation:
Venus Victrix.
Venus Victorious.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Venus, also known as the "Venus Victrix," was minted during the reign of Emperor Caracalla (213-217 AD) and was used to promote the cult of the Roman goddess Venus. The coin's design features Venus standing on the prow of a ship, symbolizing her role as the protector of the Roman state and its military conquests. The use of Venus on the coinage was a deliberate choice by Caracalla to associate himself with the goddess and her attributes, such as beauty, fertility, and victory. This coin is a testament to the enduring influence of Roman mythology and culture, even in the modern era.
