Antoninianus - Gallienus VENVS VICTRIX; Venus
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 260-268 |
| 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#288857 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Venus, draped, standing left, leaning on shield, holding helmet in right hand and sceptre in left hand. Officina mark in left field.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VENVS VICTRIX
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Translation:
Venus Victrix.
Venus Victorious.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Venus on its reverse side was issued during the reign of Emperor Gallienus, who ruled the Roman Empire from 260 to 268 AD. This coin was part of a series of coins issued by Gallienus that featured various gods and goddesses from the Roman pantheon, highlighting the religious diversity of the empire at that time. The coin's design also reflects the cultural influence of the Roman Empire's eastern provinces, where the worship of Venus was particularly popular.