© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
Antoninianus - Valerianus VICTORIA AVGG; Victory
| Silver | 3.4 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 | 257-259 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.4 g |
| Diameter | 21.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#286207 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, standing left on globe, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIA AVGG
Translation:
Victoria Duorum Augustorum.
Victory of the two emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Mass varies: 3.13–3.667 g;Diameter varies: 21–21.64 mm;
Example of this type:
Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin was issued during the reign of Valerianus, who was also known as Valerian I. He was a Roman emperor who ruled from 253 to 260 AD and was known for his military campaigns against the Persians and his efforts to restore the Roman Empire's power and prestige. The coin's design, featuring the goddess Victory on the reverse, was a common motif during Valerianus' reign and symbolized the empire's military victories and dominance.
