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© Numismatik Naumann GmbH
Antoninianus - Quietus SPES PVBLICA; Antioch
| Silver | 3.9 g | 20.8 mm |
| Issuer | Usurpations of Eastern provinces (Roman Imperial usurpations) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Quietus (260-261) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 260-261 |
| Value | Antoninianus |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.9 g |
| Diameter | 20.8 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#316519 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Spes walking left, draped, raising robe with left hand and holding flower in right hand; sometimes a star in left field.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SPES PVBLICA
Translation: The hope of the State
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire, specifically during the Usurpations of Eastern provinces. Despite the political instability, the coin still bears the traditional imagery and inscriptions of Roman coins, such as the SPES PVBLICA (public hope) and Antioch mint mark. This coin serves as a tangible reminder of the resilience and endurance of the Roman Empire, even in the face of internal conflicts and external threats.
