Antoninianus - Constantius I VIRTVS AVGG; Hercules
294 year| Silver | 3.3 g | - |
| 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 |
| Year | 294 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.3 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#306733 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hercules, standing right under apple-tree in the garden of Hesperides, holding club in right hand and apple in left hand; around apple tree, serpent entwined.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VIRTVS AVGG
-/-//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 shows Constantius I as Hercules, highlighting his military prowess and association with the legendary hero. The coin's design also features the goddess Victory (VIRTVS AVGG) on the reverse, emphasizing the emperor's role as a victorious leader. This coin is a unique representation of the blending of Roman mythology and imperial propaganda during the 3rd century AD.
