Antoninianus - Florianus VICTORIAE AVGVSTI; Victory
276 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Florian (Marcus Annius Florianus) (276) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 276 |
| 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#291473 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Two Victories, winged, draped, holding shield inscribed VOT X.
Scripts: Latin, Greek
Lettering:
VICTORIAE AVGVSTI
-/-//XXIς
Translation:
Victoriae Augusti.
To the victory of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Florianus coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Florianus (276 AD), who was known for his attempts to reform the Roman Empire's currency and economy. The coin's design features the goddess Victory (Victoria) on the obverse side, and an eagle on the reverse side, which symbolizes the power and strength of the Roman Empire. The use of silver in the coin's composition also signifies the value and wealth of the empire. Despite its historical significance, the coin is relatively rare and highly sought after by collectors today.