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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Antoninianus - Jotapianus VICTORIA AVG; Victory
| Silver | 3.2 g | - |
| Issuer | Usurpations of Syria (Roman Imperial usurpations) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Jotapianus (248-249) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 248-249 |
| Value | Antoninianus = 2 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#283307 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, advancing left, holding wreath and palm.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIA AVG
Translation:
Victoria Augusti.
Victory of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Example of this type:Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Antoninianus coin featuring Jotapianus is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin was issued during the Usurpations of Syria, a period of political instability in which various factions vied for control of the empire. Despite this, the coin still bears the traditional imagery and inscriptions of Roman coins, such as the depiction of Victory on the reverse and the abbreviation "VICTORIA AVG" (Victory of the Emperor) on the obverse. This suggests that even during times of upheaval, the Roman Empire continued to maintain its traditional symbols of power and authority.
