Antoninianus - Gallienus VICT GAL AVG III; Victory
| 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#288866 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Three Victories, winged, draped, standing left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICT GAL AVG III
Translation:
Victoria Gallieni Augusti Tertia.
Third victory of emperor (Augustus) Gallienus.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Gallienus (VICT GAL AVG III; Victory) was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in the Roman Empire. The coin's silver content was gradually debased during this period, with the percentage of silver decreasing from around 90% to less than 50%. Despite this, the coin remained an important symbol of Roman power and influence, and its design featuring Victory (VICT) on the reverse side reflected the empire's military prowess and dominance.