© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
Antoninianus - Gallienus VICTORIAE AVGG
| Silver | 4 g | 20 mm |
| 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 | 254-255 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#286662 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Soldier, helmeted, in military attire, standing right, holding spear in right hand and resting left hand on shield.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIAE AVGG
Translation:
Victoriae Duorum Augustorum.
To the victory of the two emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Example of this type:Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin , which features Gallienus (VICTORIAE AVGG) and was minted in Rome between 254-255 AD, is considered a rare and valuable coin among collectors. It's made of silver and weighs 4 grams, which was a significant weight for a coin at that time. The coin's design features an image of the Roman goddess Victory on the reverse side, which was a common motif during the Roman Empire. The coin's rarity and historical significance make it a highly sought-after piece among collectors and historians.
