Antoninianus - Gallienus VENERI VICTRICI; Venus
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 266-268 |
| 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#289420 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Venus, draped, standing left, holding helmet in right hand and spear and shield in left hand. Officina mark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VENERI VICTRICI
VIIC
Translation:
Veneri Victrici.
To Venus, the victorious.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Venus, also known as the Veneri Victriici, was minted during the reign of Emperor Gallienus (266-268 AD) and was used as a standard circulation coin throughout the Roman Empire. Despite being made of silver, the coin was not as valuable as other coins made of gold or other precious metals. However, its unique design featuring the goddess Venus has made it a popular collector's item among numismatists and historians.