Antoninianus - Gallienus VOTA ORBIS; Victory
| Silver | 3.2 g | 25 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 | 253-254 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#286253 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Two Victories, winged, draped, affixing shield inscribed S C onto palm-tree.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VOTA ORBIS
Translation:
Vota Orbis.
The vows (prayers) of the city.
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 idea of the Roman Empire as a unified and powerful state. The coin's design, which includes the image of Victory holding a wreath and a palm branch, symbolizes the Roman Empire's military victories and its dominance over other nations. The use of silver in the coin's minting also signifies the empire's wealth and power.