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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Gallienus VICTORIA AET; Victory
| Silver | 3.1 g | 20 mm |
| 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 |
| Weight | 3.1 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#288872 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, standing left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand. Officina mark in left field.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VICTORIA AET
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Translation:
Victoria Aeterna.
Eternal victory.
Comment
Mass varies: 1.86–4.49 g;Diameter varies: 16.5–24 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin, which was issued during the reign of Gallienus (260-268 AD), was the first Roman coin to feature a portrait of the emperor wearing a beard. This was a departure from the traditional clean-shaven image of Roman emperors and signified a shift towards a more barbarian style of leadership. The coin's design was meant to convey the emperor's strength and military prowess, as well as his connection to the gods and the idea of victory.
