Antoninianus - Valerianus SECVRIT PERP; Securitas
| Silver | - | - |
| 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 | 258-257 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#285880 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Securitas, draped, leaning on column, holding sceptre in right hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SECVRIT PERP
Translation:
Securitas Perpetua.
To perpetual security.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Valerianus coin was part of a series of coins issued during the reign of Emperor Valerian (253-260 AD) and his son Gallienus (253-268 AD). These coins were minted to celebrate the theme of "Securitas," or security, which was an important concern for the Roman Empire during this time period. The coin features an image of the goddess Securitas on the reverse, holding a scepter and a patera, symbols of royal power and religious authority. The coin's design was meant to convey the idea that the Roman Empire was strong and secure under the leadership of Valerian and Gallienus.
