Antoninianus - Gallienus VICTORIA AVG VII; Victory
Silver | - | - |
Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
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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#289221 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, walking left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand, sometimes at her feet, captive.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIA AVG VII
Translation:
Victoria Augusti Septima.
Seventh 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 ideals of military victory and imperial power. The coin's design, which includes a depiction of Victory holding a wreath and a palm branch, symbolizes the Roman Empire's military prowess and its ability to bring peace and prosperity to its territories. The use of silver in the coin's minting also signifies the value and wealth of the Roman Empire during this time period.