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Antoninianus - Valerianus VICT PART; Victory
259 year| Silver | 2.9 g | - |
| 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 | 259 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.9 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#286176 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, standing left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand; at her feet, captive.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICT PART
Translation:
Victoria Parthica.
Victory over Parthia.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.18–3.58 g;Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Valerianus coin was issued during a time of great economic and political turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin's silver content was significantly reduced during this period, which led to inflation and economic instability. Despite these challenges, the coin remained a popular form of currency and was widely used throughout the empire.
