Antoninianus - Cornelia Supera VENVS VICTRIX; Venus
253 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Empress | Cornelia Supera (Gaia Cornelia Supera) (253) |
| Emperor | Aemilianus (Marcus Aemilus Aemilianus) (253) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 253 |
| 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#284707 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Venus, standing.
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 Cornelia Supera (VENVS VICTRIX; Venus) was issued during the reign of Emperor Gallienus (253-268 AD), who was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to restore the Roman Empire's power and prestige after a period of turmoil. Despite being made of silver, this coin was not as valuable as some of the other coins issued during this time, as the silver content had been debased to increase the minting of coins and finance the empire's military campaigns. Despite this, the coin remains a popular collector's item among numismatists today due to its historical significance and the beauty of its design.