© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Caracalla VENVS VICTRIX; Venus and Victory
| Silver | 5.1 g | 22 mm |
| 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 |
| Weight | 5.1 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#273540 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Venus, draped, standing left, holding Victory in extended right hand and spear in left hand, leaning on shield set on helmet.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VENVS VICTRIX
Translation:
Venus Victrix.
Venus Victorious.
Comment
Mass varies: 4.45–5.352 g;Diameter varies: 22–22.4 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Venus and Victory (VENVS VICTRIX) was minted during the reign of Emperor Caracalla (213-217 AD) and was used to promote the emperor's military victories and associate him with the goddess of victory, Victory (Victoria). The coin's design features Venus, the Roman goddess of love and beauty, standing next to Victory, symbolizing the emperor's military success and the protection of the gods. This coin is a unique representation of the blending of mythology and politics in ancient Roman culture.
