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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Valerianus SECVRIT PERPET; Securitas
| 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 | 258-259 |
| 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 |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#286168 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Securitas, draped, standing left, leaning on column, holding spear in right hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SECVRIT PERPET
Translation:
Securitas Perpetua.
To perpetual security.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.396–3.56 g;Diameter varies: 20.6–22.8 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Valerianus coin was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire, known as the Crisis of the Third Century. This period saw a series of civil wars, corruption, and external invasions that threatened the very survival of the empire. Despite these challenges, the coin still features the symbol of Securitas, or security, on its reverse side, highlighting the importance of maintaining stability and peace during this tumultuous time.
