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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Valerianus VENVS VICTRIX; Venus
| Silver | 4 g | 19.5 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 | 254-255 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#286129 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Venus, draped, standing left, holding helmet in right hand and spear in left hand, leaning left on shield.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VENVS VICTRIX
Translation:
Venus Victrix.
Venus Victorious.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.682–5.12 g;Diameter varies: 19–20 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Venus (VENVS VICTRIX) was issued during the reign of Emperor Valerianus (254-255 AD) and was part of a series of coins that celebrated various Roman deities. The coin's design features Venus standing on a rocky outcrop, holding a apple and a mirror, symbols of love and beauty. The coin's silver content was 4 grams, which was a significant amount for a circulating coin at that time. Despite its small size, the coin is considered a rare and valuable collector's item today, with some examples selling for thousands of dollars at auction.
