Antoninianus - Gallienus (VICTORIA AVG VIIII; Victory) (260-268) front Antoninianus - Gallienus (VICTORIA AVG VIIII; Victory) (260-268) back
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Antoninianus - Gallienus VICTORIA AVG VIIII; Victory

 
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Description
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
References
Numista
N#289225
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 VIIII

Translation:
Victoria Augusti Nona.
Ninth 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, with Victory standing on the prow of a ship, symbolizes the empire's naval power and dominance over the seas. This coin is a testament to the Roman Empire's military might and its ability to project power across the Mediterranean world.