Antoninianus - Valerianus GERMANICVS MAX TER
| Silver | 3 g | 21.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Valerian (Publius Licinius Valerianus) (253-260) Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 257-256 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3 g |
| Diameter | 21.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#285868 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Trophy between two captives.
Script: Latin
Lettering: GERMANICVS MAX TER
Translation:
Germanicus Maximus Tertium.
Great conqueror of the Germans for the third time.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.14–3.79 g;Diameter varies: 21.35–22 mm;
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Roman and Germanic influences in its design. The obverse (front) side of the coin depicts the Roman Emperor Valerian, while the reverse (back) side features the legend "GERMANICVS MAX TER," indicating the coin's minting in the Germanic provinces of the Roman Empire. This blending of cultures reflects the complex history of the Roman Empire during this time period, where Germanic tribes were increasingly integrated into Roman society.