Antoninianus - Jotapianus VICTORIA AVG; Victory
| Silver | 5.8 g | 22 mm |
| 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 | 5.8 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#283310 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, advancing right, holding wreath and palm.
Lettering: VICTORIA AVG
Translation:
Victoria Augusti.
Victory of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Antoninianus - Jotapianus coin is that it features the image of Victory (Victoria) on one side, which was a common motif in Roman imperial coinage, symbolizing the power and dominance of the Roman Empire.
