© CGB
© CGB
Antoninianus - Laelianus VICTORIA AVG; Moguntiacum
269 year| Billon | 3.49 g | 20.5 mm |
| Issuer | Gallic Empire (Roman splinter states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Laelian (269) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 269 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus (260-274) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 3.49 g |
| Diameter | 20.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#316410 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Victory walking right, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIA AVG
Unabridged legend: Victoria augusti
Translation: The victory of the august
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during a time of great turmoil and political instability in the Roman Empire. The Gallic Empire, which was a breakaway state from the Roman Empire, was established by Postumus in 260 AD and lasted until 274 AD. During this time, the empire issued its own currency, including the Antoninianus - Laelianus coin, which was made of billon and weighed 3.49 grams. Despite the political upheaval, the coinage issued by the Gallic Empire was of high quality and has been well-preserved, providing valuable insights into the economic and cultural practices of the time.
