Antoninianus - Maximianus VICTORIA AVGG
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Maximian Herculius (Marcus Aurelius Valerius Maximianus) (286-305) Diocletian (Gaius Aurelius Valerius Diocletianus) (284-305) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 291-295 |
| 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#306621 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Maximian, draped, cuirassed, standing left, receiving Victory on globe from Diocletian.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VICTORIA AVGG
A//XXI
Translation:
Victoria Duorum Augustorum.
Victory of the two emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Maximianus coin was part of a series of coins issued during the reign of Emperor Diocletian, who introduced a new system of coinage to combat inflation and stabilize the Roman economy. The coin was made of silver and had a distinctive design, featuring the emperor's portrait on one side and the goddess Victory on the other. The coin's name, "Antoninianus," was derived from the Latin name "Antoninus," which was a title given to Diocletian's colleague and co-emperor, Maximian. The coin's minting process and design were overseen by the Roman Imperial Mint, which was responsible for producing coins for the entire Roman Empire. Despite its historical significance, the Antoninianus - Maximianus coin is relatively rare and highly sought after by collectors today.