Antoninianus - Gallienus VICTORIA 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#289216 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, walking left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIA AVG III
Translation:
Victoria Augusti Tertia.
Third victory of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin , which features Gallienus and the goddess Victory, was part of a series of coins issued during his reign that aimed to promote the Roman Empire's military victories and ideals. The coin's design, which includes the image of Victory holding a wreath and a palm branch, symbolizes the empire's triumphs and the idea of victory being bestowed upon the emperor by the gods. This coin is a representation of the propaganda efforts made by the Roman Empire during this time period to maintain the loyalty and support of its citizens.