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Obverse © collec.perso
Antoninianus - Tetricus II VICTORIA AVG
| Billon | 2.42 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Gallic Empire (Roman splinter states) |
|---|---|
| Caesar | Tetricus II (273-274) |
| Emperor | Tetricus I (270-274) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 272-274 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus (260-274) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 2.42 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#37705 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Winged Victory walking to the left holding a flower in her right hand and a long palm on her shoulder
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIA AVGG
Edge
Plain
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 the governor of Gaul, Postumus, in 260 AD. Tetricus II was one of the emperors who ruled the Gallic Empire during its brief existence, and this coin was issued during his reign. Despite the political upheaval, the coin still bears the traditional Roman imperial iconography, such as the radiate crown and the legend "VICTORIA AVG" (Victory of the Emperor), indicating the ongoing influence of Roman culture and tradition even in the breakaway state.
