Antoninianus - Gallienus VICTORIA GERMAN
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) Valerian (Publius Licinius Valerianus) (253-260) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 256-257 |
| 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#286280 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Gallienus, in military attire, standing left, holding globe in right hand and sceptre in left hand; receiving wreath from Victory, standing right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIA GERMAN
Translation:
Victoria Germanica.
Victory over the Germans.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin , which features Gallienus (VICTORIA GERMAN) on one side and Rome on the other, is notable for its unique design. It's one of the first coins to feature a Roman emperor with a beard, which was a departure from the traditional clean-shaven depictions of previous emperors. This design choice was likely a reflection of the cultural and religious influences of the time, and it marked a shift in the way Roman emperors were perceived and represented.
