Antoninianus - Herennia Etruscilla VICTORIA AVG; Victory
| 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#283026 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, running left, holding wreath in right hand and palm sloped over left shoulder in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIA AVG
Translation:
Victoria Augusti.
Victory of the emperor (Augustus).
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 Decius (249-251 AD). Despite the challenges of the era, the coin's design remained relatively consistent with previous issues, with the obverse featuring a portrait of the emperor and the reverse depicting Victory holding a wreath and a palm branch. This consistency in design suggests that the Roman Empire's minting practices remained stable even during times of crisis.