© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
Antoninianus - Trebonianus Gallus VIRTVS AVGG; Virtus
| Silver | 3.5 g | 20.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Trebonianus Gallus (Gaius Vibius Afinius Trebonianus Gallus) (251-253) Volusianus (Gaius Vibius Volusianus) (251-253) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 251-253 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 20.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#283590 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Virtus, helmeted, in military attire, standing right, holding spear in right hand and leaning against shield.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VIRTVS AVGG
Translation:
Virtus Augustorum.
Courage of the emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Mass varies: 3.33–3.776 g;Diameter varies: 20–21 mm;
Example of this type:
Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Antoninianus coin featuring Trebonianus Gallus is that it was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin was minted in 251-253 AD, which was during the reign of Emperor Trebonianus Gallus, who ruled the empire alongside his co-emperor, Hostilian. However, their rule was cut short when they were both killed in a plague that swept through the empire in 253 AD. Despite this, the coin remains a valuable piece of history, offering a glimpse into the economic and political climate of the Roman Empire during this time period.
