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Antoninianus - Gallienus VENVS VICTRIX; Venus
| Silver | 4.3 g | 20.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) Valerian (Publius Licinius Valerianus) (253-260) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 254-255 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.3 g |
| Diameter | 20.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#286661 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Venus, draped, standing left, leaning on shield, holding helmet in right hand and spear in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VENVS VICTRIX
Translation:
Venus Victrix.
Venus Victorious.
Comment
Example of this type:American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Venus Antoninianus coin, issued during the reign of Emperor Gallienus (253-268 AD), features a unique representation of the Roman goddess Venus on its reverse side. Instead of the traditional depiction of Venus as a beautiful, nude woman, this coin shows Venus dressed in a flowing gown and holding a shield and spear, symbolizing her role as the protector of the Roman state. This unusual depiction of Venus may have been intended to emphasize the empire's military prowess and its association with the goddess of love and victory.
