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Antoninianus - Valerianus II VICTORIA PART; Victory
255 year| Silver | 3.8 g | 21 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 |
| Year | 255 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.8 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#289857 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, standing right, presenting wreath to Valerian II and holding palm; Valerian II holding globe and spear.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIA PART
Unabridged legend: Victoria Parthica.
Translation: Victory over Parthia.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.32–4.67 g; Diameter varies: 20–22 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Antoninianus coin featuring Valerianus II is that it was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. Valerianus II was Emperor from 253 to 258 AD, and his reign was marked by constant wars with the Persians, Goths, and Vandals, as well as internal strife and political instability. Despite these challenges, the Roman Empire continued to produce coins like the Antoninianus, which were used to pay soldiers, administrators, and merchants. The coin's design, featuring the goddess Victory on the reverse, may have been meant to promote the idea of Roman strength and resilience during this difficult period.
