Antoninianus - Gallienus VICTORIA AVG; 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#289508 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, standing or walking left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand. Officina mark in left field.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VICTORIA AVG
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Translation:
Victoria Augusti.
Victory of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin was introduced by the Roman Emperor Gallienus in 260 AD as a replacement for the denarius, which had been the standard Roman currency for centuries. The Antoninianus was made of silver and had a higher purity level than the denarius, which had been debased over time. The coin was named after Gallienus' wife, Salonina, who was also known as Antonina. The coin's design featured an image of the goddess Victory on the obverse (front) side, and the emperor's name and title on the reverse (back) side. Despite its introduction during a time of economic turmoil, the Antoninianus coin remained in circulation for over a century and became a staple of Roman commerce.
