Antoninianus - Herennia Etruscilla SECVRIT ORBIS
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Decius (Gaius Messius Quintus Traianus Decius) (249-251) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 249-251 |
| 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#283027 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Securitas, draped, seated left, resting head on left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SECVRIT ORBIS
Translation:
Securitas Orbis.
Safety of the world.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Herennia Etruscilla was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire, specifically during the reign of Emperor Trajan Decius (249-251 AD). Despite the challenges faced by the empire, including wars with neighboring tribes and economic instability, the coin's design remained impressive, featuring intricate details and a high level of craftsmanship. The coin's silver content also made it a valuable and sought-after form of currency, both within the empire and beyond its borders.