Antoninianus - Constantius I VIRTVS AVGG; Hercules
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Caesar | Constantius I Chlorus (Flavius Valerius Constantius) (293-305) |
| Emperor | Diocletian (Gaius Aurelius Valerius Diocletianus) (284-305) Maximian Herculius (Marcus Aurelius Valerius Maximianus) (286-305) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 293-294 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#306732 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hercules, standing right, strangling lion; behind, club.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VIRTVS AVGG
A/-//XXIT
Translation:
Virtus Augustorum.
Courage of the emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Constantius I (VIRTVS AVGG; Hercules) was part of a series of coins issued during his reign that depicted various Roman emperors as gods or goddesses. This particular coin features Constantius I as Hercules, highlighting his military prowess and association with the legendary hero. The coin's design also includes the inscription "VIRTVS AVGG," which translates to "the virtue of the emperor," further emphasizing Constantius I's reputation as a strong and capable leader.
